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PREFACE. 


The  Church  of  The  Unitas  Fratrum  ("Moravians")  ai 
Herrnhut  (1722-1727)  felt  the  need  of  having  for  each  day 
a  short  word  of  Scripture  as  a  guide  to  their  meditations, 
praying,  speaking  and  general  conduct.  Count  Zinzendorf 
undertook  to  select  suitable  texts.  To  these  he  added  a 
few  lines  from  hymns,  that  were  at  that  time  in  use  in  the 
services  of  the  congregation.  These  additions,  it  was  hoped, 
would  lead  to  a  right  understanding  of  the  texts  and  sue- 
gest  the  application  of  the  truths  to  the  individual  heart. 

In  the  first  years  a  Scripture  text,  with  lines  from  a 
hymn,  was  announced  in  the  daily  evening  service  as  the 
"Watchword"  for  the  following  day.  It  was  not  till  1732 
that  a  series  of  "Watchwords"  was  printed  in  advance  for 
the  whole  year.  One  of  the  last  labors  of  Count  Zinzen- 
dorf was  the  selection  of  the  "Watchwords"  for  the  year 
1761.  After  his  decease  the  duty  of  selecting  them  de- 
volved on  the  newly  constituted  Governing  Board  of  the 
Church.  The  book  underwent  some  changes  as  regards  title 
and  form.  Two  texts  of  Scripture  were  given  for  each  day. 
The  "Watchword"  was  always  taken  from  the  Old  Testa- 
ment: the  "Doctrinal  Text"  was  chosen  from  the  New  Testa- 
ment, so  that  in  one  year  the  Gospels,  the  Acts  and  the 
Book  of  Revelation  were  represented,  in  the  next  year  the 
Epistles,  and  in  the  third  all  the  books  of  the  New  Testa- 
ment. ' 

The  Text  Book  until  the  middle  of  the  19th  century  was 
used  almost  exclusively  in  the  Moravian  Church;  but  in 
the  last  decades  it  has  been  valued  by  very  many  members 
of  other  Churches.  At  present  140,000  copies  are  printed 
for  Germany,  16,000  for  French  Switzerland  and  France, 
6,700  for  England  and  America,  1,800  for  North  Schleswig 
and  Denmark,  and  36.000  in  shortened  form  for  Sweden. 
Several  thousand  copies  are,  besides,  printed  in  the  Mora- 
vian Foreign  Mission  fields  in  the  dialects  of  the  natives, 
viz.,  in  Dutch,  Esthonian,  Finnish,  Bohemian,  Italian,  Negro- 
English  (for  Surinam)  and  Eskimo.  The  total  number  of 
copies  published  annually  is  therefore  well  over  -00,000! 

The  Moravian  Church  considers  it  a  great  favor,  received 
from  the  Lord,  that  by  the  yearly  issue  of  this  book  it 
may  contribute  in  ever  so  small  degree  to  the  fulfilment  of 
the  Saviour's  prayer  "that  they  all  may  be  tne."  May  all, 
who  use  the  book  this  year,  find  it  a  source  of  daily  strength- 
ening, and  a  bond  of  peace  and  of  union. 


SPECIAL  MEMORIAL  DAYS 


Moravian  Church. 

See   Book   of   Order,   page    128,   and  the 
"Memorial  Days." 


March  1,  1457.  [463rd].  Commemorated  as  the  date  of  the  be- 
ginning of  the  organization  of  the 
Unitas  Fratrum,  in  Bohemia. 

May  12,  1724.  [196th].  Laying  of  the  corner-stone  of  the  first 
public  building  at  Herrnhut,  Saxony, 
in  which  was  the  the  first  place  of  wor- 
ship. 

May  12,  1727.  [193rd].  Unanimous  adoption  of  the  first  stat- 
utes, or  Brotherly  Agreement,  by  the 
settlers  at  Herrnhut, — the  first  definite 
step  towards  the  reorganization  of  the 
Unitas  I-'ratrum. 

June  17,  1722.  [198th].  Beginning  of  the  settlement,  after- 
wards called  Herrnhut,  by  the  first 
company  of  emigrants  from  Moravia. 

July  6,  1415.  [505th].  Martyrdom  of  John  Hus,  the  Bohemian 
Martyr  and  Forerunner  of  the  Unitas 
Fratrum,  at  Constance. 

Aug.  13,  1727.  [193rd].  Signal  outpouring  of  the  Holy  Spirit 
experienced  by  the  congregation  of 
Herrnhut  in  the  parish-church  at  Ber- 
thelsdorf,  at  the  first  celebration  of  the 
Holy  Communion  after  the  statutes  of 
May  12.  1727,  had  been  subscribed,  the 
first  organization  effected  and  discord- 
ant parties  harmoniously  united, 

Aug.  21,  1732.  [188th].  Beginning  of  the  first  mission  of  the 
Unitas  Fratrum  to  heathen  in  foreign 
lands,  namely,  to  the  Negroes  in  .St. 
Thomas,  West  Indies. 

Sept.  16,  1741.  [179th].  Powerful  Experiece  of  the  fact  that 
Jesus  Christ  is  the  Chief  Sheplierd  and 
Head  of  His  Church.  Covenant  Day 
of  the  ordained  ministers  of  the  Mora- 
vian Church. 

Nov.  13,  1741.  [179th].  Formal  Promulgation  in  the  Unitas 
Fratrum  of  the  doctrine  of  the  Imme- 
diate Headship  of  the  Lord  Jesus 
Christ  in  His  Church  on  earth. 


DAILY  TOPICS 


OF  THE 

Moravian  Prayer  Union 


Motto:  Matt.  18:19;  and  John  \/:20,  21. 

On  August  27.  1727,  certain  members  of  the  Moravian 
Church  in  Herrnhut,  Saxony,  formed  a  prayer  union  known 
as  the  "Hourly  Intercession."  That  practice  provided  that 
for  every  hour  of  the  day  and  night,  some  one  of  the  vol- 
untary intercessors  should  be  bearing  on  the  heart,  in  private, 
the  interests  of  the  Kingdom  of  God  in  the  world. 

THE  MORAVIAN  PRAYER  UNION  was  formed  in 
England  on  August  27.  1872.  as  a  form  of  resuscitation  of 
the  "Hourly  Intercession."  and  its  members  are  found  in  all 
portions  of  the  Moravian  world,  in  home  and  foreign  lands. 

It  is  the  earnest  desire  to  enlist  many  more  in  this  prayer 
covenant.  Any  child  of  God  may  become  a  member  who 
will  agree  to  pray  for  the  subjects  as  given  below  and  who 
will  send  in  his  or  her  name  to  the  pastor. 

SUNDAY.— THE  CHURCH  OF  CHRIST.— Her  purity 
and  peace,  unity  and  power.     For  the  congregation  to 
which  we  belong,   and   with   which   we  worship  to-day. 
For  the  minister  who  will  to-day  speak  to  us  the  Word 
of  Christ,  that  it  may  be  in  demonstration  of  the  Spirit 
and  of  power.     For  the  right  observance  of  the  Lord's 
Day.  and  the  blessing  of  God  upon  all  Sunday-schools. 
"Unite  all  the  children  of  God  in  one  spirit.  Grant 
love  and   unity   to   all    our   congregations.  Preserve 
and  sanctify  each  member  through  the  truth." 

MONDAY  .—CHRISTIAN  MISSIONS.— For  all  Mis- 
sionary Societies,  and  Missions  to  both  Jews  and 
Heathen:  for  the  new  work  entered  upon;  for  our  own 
Foreign  Missions.  For  the  Workers  stationed  in  heath- 
en lands:  for  deepened  interest  at  home  in  the  Mission 
cause;  that  Younp  Men  with  a  true  Missionary  spirit  may 
be  stirred  up  to  ofifer  themselves  for  the  Lord's  work; 
and  that  all  may  learn  the  duty  and  privilege  of  serving 
the  Lord  by  giz'inp.  We  pray  especially  for  a  blessing 
upon  our  Church's  work  in  Bohemia,  and  for  an  open 
door  for  Gospel  labor  in  Moravia. 

On  successive  Mondays  of  each  month,  special  thought 
for:— 

1st  Monday — Labrador,    Alaska.    Himalaya,    N.  American 
Indians. 


.   2nd  Monday— West  Indies   <E.  &   W.   Provinces),  Au- 
stralia. 

3rd  Monday — Moskito  Coast,  Demerara,  Surinam,  Leper 
Homes. 

4th  Monday— S.    Africa    (E.    &   W.).    E.    Cent.  Africa 

(Nyasa  and  Unyamwesi). 
5th  Sujiday — Our  Mission  Colleges;  Mission  Boards  of 

all  Churches. 

"Send  faithful  laborers  into  Thy  harvest."  "Have 
mercy  on  Thy  ancient  covenant  people,  deliver  them 
from  their  blindness." 

TUESDAY.— THE  FAMILY  AND  THE  SCHOOL.— 
For  households.  For  the  Christian  Education  of  the 
young,  and  that  our  children  may  be  early  led  to  give 
themselves  to  Christ.  For  all  Schools,  and  that  Teachers 
may  be  actuated  by  love  to  Christ  .  For  all  Christian 
Endeavor  Societies;  and  Guilds  for  the  Young.  For 
the  young  men  educated  in  the  Colleges  for  School  ser- 
vice and  the  Ministry,  that  they  may  devote  themselves 
with  a  single  eye  to  Christ  and  His  service  in  the 
Church. 

"From  the  influence  of  the  spirit  of  this  world,  pre- 
serve us.  gracious  Lord  and  God."  "Let  our  children 
be  brought  up  in  Thy  nurture  and  admonition." 

WEDNESDAY  .—THE  SICK  AND  AFFLICTED.— 
For  those  in  Sutferina,  as  the  aged,  sick,  poor,  desolate, 
and  distressed,  and  for  prisoners.  For  those  on  jour- 
neys or  in  peril.  For  the  suppression  of  slavery  and 
intemperance.  For  all  victims  of  famine,  oppression, 
and  war. 

"By  Thy  griefs  and  sorrows,  by  Thy  Divine  pres- 
ence, bless  and  comfort  them,  gracious  Lord."  "Make 
the  bed  of  the  sick  and  in  the  midst  of  suffering  let 
them  feel  that  Thou  lovest  them." 

THURSDAY  .—OUR  COUNTRY.— That  it  may  become 
more  truly  a  Christian  country;  that  God  may  guide 
and  protect  all  that  aie  in  authority.  That  Commerce 
and  industry  may  be  consecrated  to  the  service  of 
Christ.  That  the  Spirit  of  Christ  may  permeate  the 
work  of  the  Bible  and  Tract  Societies,  the  tone  of  the 
Public  Press  and  of  all  the  Literature  of  our  land;  and 
regulate  all  activities  projected  for  the  good  of  the 
people. 


■•Watch  graciously  over  all  guvernments.  Give  pros- 
perity, O  Coil,  to  this  land,  and  salvation  to  all  its 
people." 

FRIDAY.— THE  MORAVIAN  CHURCH.— For  her 
purity,  spirituality,  and  activity:  her  adherence  to  the 
doctrine  of  the  Cross,  and  of  the  sole  rule  and  headship 
of  Christ.  For  the  Directing  Boards  of  the  Church,  that 
they  be  guided  bv  the  Spirit  of  Christ,  and  endued  with 
insight  into  His  will,  boldness  and  prudence  in  acting 
for  Him.  and  that  thev  may  be  ever  upheld  by  the  con- 
fuience  and  prayers  of  their  fellow-servants.  For  all  the 
Conferences  of  our  Church  and  of  our  congregations, 
that  thev  may  join  together  in  prayer  and  work,  and 
unceasingly  "keep  the  unity  of  the  Spirit  in  the  bond 
of  peace."  For  the  Synods  of  the  Church,  that  they 
may  ever  be  "seasons  of  refreshing,"  occasions  of  re- 
newed consecration,  and  assemblies  that  promote  the 
Church's  welfare  by  the  spirit  of  their  deliberations,  and 
the  wisdom  of  their  conclusions. 

"Give  to  our  bishops  and  ministers  soundness  of 
doctrine  and  holiness  of  life,  and  preserve  them 
therein.     Help  all  elders  to  rule  well." 

SATURDAY.— FOR  MINISTERS,  as  Preachers  of 
Christ  and  Pastors  of  His  flock;  that  they  be  all  bap- 
tized with  the  Holy  Spirit,  and  thus  endued  with  power 
for  their  ministry.  For  their  growth  in  grace  and  in 
the  knowledge  of  Christ.  For  their  prudence,  zeal, 
meekness,  and  boldness  as  His  servants;  and  that,  by 
purity  of  motive,  and  blainelessness  of  life,  they  may 
Valk  approved  of  God.  and  ensamples  unto  men. 


"Give  Thy  Spirit  and  power  to  preach  Thy  Word." 


The  stanzas  found  in  this  Text  Book  are  taken  from  the 
Hymnbooks  of  the  Moravian  Church.  The  two  passages  of 
Scripture  indicated  for  each  day  are  suggested  for  morning 
and  evening  reading  respectively. 

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THURSDAY  1 — Epistle,  Rom.  8:24-32.  Gospel, 
Luke  4:16-21. 

Blessed  be  God,  who  hath  sent  His  angel  and 
delivered  His  servants  that  trusted  in  Him. 
Dan.  3  :28. 

His  love  in  times  past  me  forbiddeth  to  think, — 
He'll  leave  me  at  last  unrelieved  to  sink; — Each 
sweet  Ebenezer  I  have  in  review, — ^Confirms  His 
good  pleasure  to  help  me  quite  through. 

Eejioice  in  hope,  patient  in  tribulation,  con- 
tinuing stedfastly  in  prayer.    Rom.  12  :12. 

I  am  trusting  Thee  to  guide  me; — Thou  alone  shalt 
lead, — Every  day  and  hour  supplying — ^AU  my  need. 

FRIDAY  2._Mark  1 :1-13.    Rom.  1 :1-15. 
Let  the  glory  of  the  Lord  endure  for  ever; 
Let  the  Lord  rejoice  in  His  works.   Ps.  104:31. 

Glory,  blessing,  praise  eternal ! — Thus  the  choir  of 
angels  sings ; — ^Honor,  riches,  power,  dominion  ! — 
Thus  its  praise  creation  brings : — Glory,  glory, — 
Glory  to  the  King  of  kings ! 

Be  ye  sincere  and  void  of  otfence  unto  the 
day  of  Christ,  being  filled  with  the  fruits  of 


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JANUARY. 


rigiiteousness,  whicli  are  through  Jesus  Christ, 
unto  the  glory  and  praise  of  God.  Phil.  1 : 
10,  11. 

Of  each  weight  still  more  divested, — Freed  from 
every  earthly  view, — Be  our  purpose,  unmolested — 
Our  high  calling  to  pursue. 

SATURDAY  3.-^Mark  l:'4-28.    Rom.  1:16-25. 
He  that  toucheth  you  toucheth  the  apple  of 
his  eye.    Zech.  2  :8. 

Call  Jehovah  thy  Salvation, — Rest  beneath  the 
Almighty's  shade  ; — In  His  secret  (habitation — Dwell, 
nor  ever  be  dismayed ; — There  no  tumult  can  alarm 
thee, — Thou  shalt  dread  no  hidden  snare  ; — Guile  nor 
violence  can  harm  thee, — In  eternal  safeguard  there. 

If  God  is  for  us,  who  is  against  us?  Rom. 
8:31. 

He  will  never  fail  us, — ^He  will  not  forsake, — His 
eternal  covenant — He  will  never  break; — Resting  on 
His  promise,— What  have  we  to  fear? — God  is  All- 
Sufficient — For  the  coming  year  I 

2n&  TKHeeh— Sun&aB  after  IHew  IJeat 

SUNDAY  4— Epistle,  1  Peter  4:12-19.  Gospel, 
Matt.  2:13-23. 

Behold,  I  have  caused  thine  iniquity  to  pass 
from  thee,  and  I  will  clothe  thee  with  rich 
apparel.   Zech.  3 :4. 

Clothed  in  garments  of  salvation, — At  Thy  table 
in  our  place,— We  rejoice,  as  Thou  rejoicest, — In 
.the  riches  of  Thy  grace. 

In  nothing  be  anxious ;  but  in  everything  by 
prayer  and  supplication  with  thanksgiving  let 


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your  requests  'be  made  known  unto  God.  Phil. 
4:6. 

Depend  on  Him :  thou  canst  not  fail ; — Make  all 
thy  wants  and  wishes  known; — Fear  not:  His  merits 
must  prevail; — Ask  but  in  faith,  it  shall  be  done. 

©MONDAY  5._Mark  1:29-45.    Rom.  2:1-11. 

Aaron  shall  bear  the  names  of  the  ehildren 
of  Israel  in  the  breastplate  of  judgment  upon 
his  heart,  when  he  goeth  in  unto  the  holy  place, 
for  a  memorial  'before  the  Lord  continually 
Exod.  28:29. 

And  Jesus  now  is  gone — His  people's  cause  to 
plead : — He  stands  in  heaven  their  great  High- 
Priest, — And  bears  their  names  upon  His  breast. 

I  can  do  all  things  in  Him  that  strengthen- 
eth  me.    Phil.  4:13. 

Rely  on  God  thy  Saviour,— 'So  shalt  thou  safe  go 
on  ; — Build  on  His  grace  and  favor, — So  shall  thy 
work  be  done. 

TUESDAY  6.  (Epiphany.)  Epistle,  Isaiah  9: 
1-7.    Gospel.  Matt.  2:1-12. 

And  they  that  are  far  off  shall  come  and 
build  in  the  temple  of  the  Lord.    Zech.  6  :15. 

O  long-expected  dawning,— iCome  with  Thy  cheer- 
ing ray  ! — When  shall  the  morning  brighten, — The 
shadows  flee  away? — O  sweet  anticipation  ! — It  cheers 
the  watchers  on, — To  pray,  and  hope,  and  labor, — 
Till  the  dark  night  be  gone. 

Ye  were  once  darkness,  but  are  now  light  in 
the  Lord ;  walk  as  children  of  light.    Eph.  5  :8. 
God  of  the  day!  teach  us  to  walk  in  light — With 


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guileless  hearts,  as  in  our  Father's  sight ; — To  hate 
the  works  of  darkness,  and  to  be, — True  to  our- 
selves, our  fellow-man  and  Thee. 

AVEDNBSDAY  7.-^Mark  2:1-12.    Rom.  2:12-24. 

If  riches  increase,  set  not  your  heart  there- 
on.   Ps.  62:10. 

Shoulld  our  minds,  to  earthly  objects  cleaving, — 
Of  the  mark  forgetful  prove? — ^God  forbid,  all 
earthly  trifles  leaving,— Let  us  fix  our  thoughts 
above. 

Godliness  with  contentment  is  great  gain. 
1  Tim.  6:6. 

Give  me  a  calm,  a  thankful  heart, — From  every 
murmur  free; — The  blessings  of  Thy  grace  impart, 
— And  make  me  live  to  Thee. 

THURSDAY  8.^Mark  2:13-28.    Rom.  3:1-20. 

And  let  the  priests  also,  that  come  near  to 
the  Lord,  sanctify  themselves.    Exod.  19  :22. 

May  they,  that  Jesus  whom  they  preach, — Their 
own  Redeemer  see ; — And  watch  thou  daily    o'er  ' 
their  souls, — That  they  may  watch  for  thee. 

Work  out  your  own  salvation  with  fear  and 
trembling.    Phil.  2:12. 

Soul,  then  know  thy  full  salvation ; — Rise  o'er  sin, 
and  fear,  and  care; — Joy  to  find  in  every  station, — 
Something  still  to  do  or  bear. 

FRIDAY  9.— Mark  3:1-19.    Rom.  3:21-31. 

Thus  saith  the  Lord,  Even  the  captives  of 
the  mighty  shall  be  taken  away,  and  the  prey 
of  the  terrible  shall  be  delivered.    Isa.  49:25. 


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Then  bless  the  great  Conqueror  with  heart  and 
with  song; — He  now  ever  liveth,  His  praises  prolong; 
— In  us,  living  Lord,  be  Thy  home  ever  found, — Till 
earth's  halilelujahs  in  heaven  resound. 

If  therefore  the  Son  shall  make  you  free,  ye 
shall  be  free  indeed.    John  8  :36. 

Be  Thou  our  great  Deliverer  still, — Thou  Lord  of 
life  and  death ;— Restore  and  quicken,  soothe  and 
bless, — With  Thine  almighty  breath  : — To  hands  that 
work  and  eyes  that  see, — ^Give  wisdom's  heavenly 
lore, — That  whole  and  sick,  and  weak  and  strong, — 
May  praise  Thee  evermore. 

SATURDAY  lO.^Mark  3:20-35.    Ps.  122. 

I  will  make  mention  of  the  lovingkindness 
of  the  Lord,  and  the  praises  of  the  Lord,  ac- 
cording to  all  that  the  Lord  hath  'bestowed  on 
us,  and  the  great  goodness  toward  the  house  of 
Israel,  which  He  hath  bestowed  on  them  ac- 
cording to  His  mercies,  and  according  to  the 
multitude  of  His  lovingkindnesses.    Is.  63  :7. 

Worship  the  Lord  in  the  beauty  of  holiness; — 
Bow  down  before  Him,  His  glory  proclaim; — With 
gold  of  obedience,  and  incense  of  lowliness, — Kneel 
and  adore  Him;  the  Lord  is  His  Name! 

Give  thanks  unto  the  Father,  who  made  us 
meet  to  be  partakers  of  the  inheritance  of  the 
saints  in  light.    Col.  1:12. 

Father,  give  to  us  Thy  peace: — May  our  life  on 
earth  be  blest ; — When  our  trials  here  shall  cease, — 
May  W€  enter  into  rest, — Rest  "within  our  home 
above, — Thee  to  praise,  and  Thee  to  love. 


14  JANUARY. 

3t&  TKHecft— l0t  SunOas  after  jEpipbane 

SUNDAY  11.— Epistle,  Rom.  12:1-5.  Gospel,  Luke 
2 :41-52. 

Shall  evil  befal  a  city,  and  the  Lord  hath 
not  done  it  ?    Amos  3  :6. 

Oh  could  we  be  resigned  and  quiet, — And  rest  in 
God's  good  providence, — Who  oft  prescribes  us 
wholesome  diet, — In  forms  that  please  not  flesh  and 
sense. 

Bear  ye  one  another's  hurdens,  and  so  fulfil 
the  law'^of  Christ.    Gal.  6:2. 

To  comfort  and  to  bless, — To  find  a  balm  for  woe, 
— ^To  tend  the  lone  and  fatherless, — Is  angels'  work 
below. 

C  MONDAY  12._jPs.  93.    Rom.  4:1-15. 

GMve  us  help  against  the  adversary ;  For  vain 
is  the  help  of  man.    Ps.  108:12. 

His  ways  with  thee  are  just  and  right, — He  puts 
thy  enemies  to  flight, — iHowever  threatening  they  ap- 
pear;— Take  courage.  He  is  near. 

Tribulation  worketh  stedfastness.   Rom.  5  :3, 

Thy  purpose  of  eternal  good — Let  me  but  surely 
know; — ^On  this  I'll  lean — ^^let  changing  mood — And 
feeling  come  and  go. 

TUESDAY  13._Mark  4:1-20.    Rom.  4:16-25. 

In  that  day,  saith  the  Lord  of  hosts,  will  I 
take  thee,  and  will  make  thee  as  a  signet;  for 
I  have  chosen  thee.    Haggai  2  :23. 

Make  my  calling  and  election, — Jesus  every  day 
more  sure. 


JANUARY.  15 

What  Ood  promised,  He  is  able  also  to  per- 
form.   Kom.  4:21. 

Rely  on  God  thy  Saviour, — So  shalt  thou  safe  go 
on  ;-^Build  on  His  grace  and  favor, — So  shall  thy 
work  be  done. 

WEDNESDAY  14._^Mark  4-21-41.    Rom.  5:1-11. 

The  Lord  is  righteous  in  all  His  ways,  And 
gracious  in  all  His  works.    Ps.  145  :17. 

Mercies,  multiplied  each  hour, — Gracious  Lord, 
our  praise  demand ; — Guarded  by  Thy  mighty  power, 
— (Nourished  by  Thy  bounteous  hand. 

Be  strong  in  the  Lord  and  in  the  strength  of 
His  might.    Eph.  6 :10. 

Sing,  pray,  and  keep  His  ways  unswerving; — So, 
do  thine  own  part  faithfully, — And  trust  His  word, 
— though  undeserving, — Thou  yet  shalt  find  it  true 
for  thee; — ^God  never  yet  forsook  at  need — The  soi'l 
that  trusted  Him  indeed. 

THURSDAY  IS.-^Mark  5:1-20.    Rom.  5:12-21. 

Do  not  My  words  good  to  him  that  walketh 
uprightly  ?    Micah  Q  :7. 

Let  these,  oh  God,  my  soul  convert, — And  make 
Thy  servant  wise ; — Let  these  be  gladness  to  my 
heart, — The  day-spring  to  my  eyes. 

For  godly  sorrow  worketh  repentance  unto 
salvation,  a  repentance  which  hringeth  no  re- 
gret :  but  the  sorrow  of  the  world  worketh 
death.    2  Cor.  7  :10. 

Heal  me,  O  my  Saviour,  heal ; — 'Heal  me,  as  I  sup- 
pliant kneel ; — ^Heal  me,  and  my  pardon  seal. 


16  JANUARY. 

FRroAY  16.-^Mark  5:21-43.    Rom.  6:1-11. 

Let  the  wicked  forsake  his  way,  and  the  un- 
righteous man  his  thoughts ;  and  let  him  return 
unto  the  Lord,  and  ;He  will  have  mercy  upon 
him;  and  to  our  God,  for  He  will  abundantly 
pardon.    Isa.  55 :7. 

Before  Thy  Cross  we  bow  with  self-conviction, — 
Bewail  our  sins,  implore  Thy  benediction : — For 
Thou  art  merciful,  and  grace  unmeasured — In  Thee 
is  treasured. 

Christ  died  for  our  sins  according  to  the 
Scriptures.    1  Cor.  15  :3. 

Be  Thou  my  Refuge,  Lord,  my  Hiding-pIaiCe ; — 
I  know  no  force  can  tear  me  from  Thy  side; — 
Unmoved  I  then  all  my  accusers  face, — And  answer 
every  charge  with — "Jesus  died." 

SATURDAY  17.— Mark  6:1-13.    Isa.  61:1-6. 

Oh  that  ray  people  would  hearken  unto  me, 
I  would  soon  subdue  their  enemies,  And  turn 
my  hand  against  their  adversaries.  Ps.  81 : 
13,  14. 

I  am  trustinig  Thee  for  power, — Thine  can  never 
fail; — 'Words  which  Thou  Thyself  shalt  give  me — 
Must  prevail. 

Humble  yourselves  therefore  under  the 
mighty  hand  of  God,  that  He  may  exalt  you  in 
due  time.    1  Pet.  5:6. 

Give  deep  humility;  the  sense — Of  godly  sorrow 
give  ; — A  strong,  desiring  confidence — To  hear  Thy 
voice  and  live. 


JANUARY.  17 

4tb  unecft— 2n0  SunDas  attet  £pipbani? 

SUNDAY  18.— Epistle,  Rom.  12:6-16.  Gospel. 
John  2:1-11. 

Create  in  me  a  clean  heart  0  God;  and  re- 
new a  right  spirit  within  me.  Cast  me  not 
away  from  Thy  presence;  And  take  n'ot  Thy 
holy  Spirit  from  me.    Ps.  51:10,  11. 

Most  gracious  Comforter,  we  pray, — C  lead  us 
farther  every  day; — Thy  unction  to  us  all  impart, 
— Preserve  and  sanctify  each  heart. 

The  kingdom  of  God  is  not  in  word,  but  in 
power.    1  Oor.  4:20. 

Come,  kingdom  of  our  God! — And  make  the  broad 
earth  thine. 

MONDAY  19.— Ps.  95.    Rom.  6:12-23. 

Behold,  My  servant  shall  deal  wisely,  he  shall 
be  exalted  and  lifted  up,  and  shall  be  very 
high.    Isa.  52:13. 

Hail  Him,  ye  heirs  of  David's  line, — Whom  David 
Lord  did  call, — The  God  Incarnate,  Msn  Divine, — 
And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all ! 

Whatsoever  ye  do,  in  word  or  in  deed,  do 
all  in  the  name  of  the  Lord  Jesus,  giving  thanks 
to  God  the  Father  through  Him.    Col.  3  :17. 

Grant  we,  impelled  by  Thy  love, — In  smallest 
things  may  faithful  prove; — Till  we  depart,  we  wish 
to  be — ^Devoted  wholly  unto  Thee. 

TITESDAY  20._Mark  6:14-29.    Rom.  7:7-25. 

Thou  hast  been  a  stronghold  to  the  poor,  a 
stronghold  to  the  needy  in  his  distress,  a  refuge 


18  JANUARY. 

from  the  atonn,  a  shade  from  the  heat.  Isa, 
25:4. 

Rest  of  the  weary, — Joy  of  the  sad, — Hope  of  the 
dreary,— Light  of  the  glad, — ^Home  of  the  stranger, 
—  Strength  to  the  end, — Refuge  from  danger, — Sav- 
iour and  Friend! 

For  I  reckon  that  the  sufferings  of  this  pres- 
ent time  are  not  worthy  to  be  compared  with 
the  glory  which  shall  he  revealed  to  us-ward, 
Rom.  8  :18. 

My  soul,  though  ihere  by  various  trials  proved, — 
Believe  that  by  Thy  Saviour  thou  art  loved : — Sub- 
mit thy  will  to  His;  with  patience  wait; — He  soon 
to  perfect  bliss  will  thee  translate. 

©WEDNESDAY  21._Mark  6:30-44.    Rom.  8:1-11. 

In  the  day  of  my  trouble  I  will  call  upon 
Thee;  for  Thou  wilt  answer  me.    Ps.  86:7. 

'Low  at  His  feet  lay  thy  burden  of  carefulness, — 
High  on  His  heart  will  He  bear  it  for  thee; — ^Com- 
fort thy  sorrows,  and  answer  thy  prayerfulness, — 
Guiding  thy  steps  as  may  best  be  for  thee. 

Is  any  among  you  suffering?  let  him  pray. 
Is  any  cheerful?  let  him  sing  praise.  James 
5:13. 

Sing  on  your  heavenly  way; — Ye  ransomed  sin- 
ners sing; — Sing  on,  rejoicing  every  day — In  Christ, 
the  eternal  King. 

THURSDAY  22.— (Mark  6:45-56.    Rom.  8:12-23. 

The  Lord  reigneth ;  let  the  earth  rejoice ;  let 
the  multitude  of  isles  be  glad.    Ps.  97 :1. 
One  Lord,  one  empire,  all  secures, — He  reigns  and 


JANUARY.  19 

life  and  death  are  yours; — Through  earth  and  heav- 
en one  song  shall  ring, — "The  Lord  Omnipotent  is 
King!" 

Ye  were  bought  with  a  price;  become  not 
bondservants  of  men.    1  Cor.  7 :23. 

Son  of  the  living  God !  oh,  call  us — Once  and  again 
to  follow  Thee ;— And  give  us  strength,  whate'er  be- 
fall us, — Thy  true  disciples  still  to  be. 

FRroAY  as^Mark  7:1-23.    Rom.  8:24-30. 

Great  is  the  Lord,  and  greatly  to  be  praised, 
In  the  city  of  our  God,  in  His  holy  mountain. 
Ps.  48:1. 

To  God  we  render  praise, — Who  grants  us  new 
displays — Of  mercy  all  our  days. 

Christ  was  made  unto  us  wisdom  from  God, 
and  righteousness  and  sanctification,  and  re- 
demption.   I  Cor.  1 :30. 

Whate'er  I  am,  whate'er  I  do, — Grace  only  I 
ascribe  it  to ; — Grace  can  alone  my  heart  preserve. 

SATURDAY  34._Mark  7 :24-37.    2  Kings  5  :1-19. 

LoED,  Thou  wilt  ordain  peace  for  us;  for 
Thou  hast  also  wrought  all  our  works  for  us. 
Isa.  26:12. 

My  life  in  Thee,  Thy  life  in  me, — Makes  heaven 
forever  mine. 

In  everything  give  thanks;  for  this  is  the 
will  of  God  in  Christ  Jesus  to  you-ward. 
1  Thess.  5:18. 

O  fill  me  with  Thy  fulness.  Lord, — Until  my  very 


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JANUARY. 


heart  o'erflaw — In  kindling  thought  and  glowing 
word — Thy  love  to  tell.  Thy  praise  to  show. 

5tb  "CHleeh— 3tD  SunOa?  after  lEpipbang 

SUNDAY  25..^Epistle,  Rom.  12 -'6-21.  Gospel, 
Matt.  8:1-13. 

The  Lord  thy  God  is  a  devouring  fire,  a  jeal- 
ous God.    Deut.  4 :24. 

I  want  a  godly  fear, — A  quick  discerning  eye, — 
That  looks  to  Thee  when  sin  is  near — And  sees  the 
tempter  fly; — A  spirit  still  prepared, — And  armed 
with  jealous  care, — Forever  standing  on  its  guard, 
— 'And  watching  unto  prayer. 

If  we  confess  our  sins,  He  is  faithful  and 
righteous  to  forgive  us  our  sins,  and  to  cleanse 
us  from  all  unrighteousness.    1  John  1 :9. 

Now  on  Christ  I  cast  my  burden, — ^Let  me  feel 
Thy  inner  ipardon  ; — Let  Thy  Spirit  leave  me  never, 
— Make  me  only  Thine  forever ! 

MONDAY  26.— Ps,  96.    Rom.  8-31-39. 

And  God  spake  unto  Moses,  and  said  unto 
him,  I  am  Jehovah:  and  I  appeared  unto 
Abraham,  unto  Isaac,  and  unto  Jacob,  as  God 
Almighty;  but  by  my  name  Jehovah  I  was  not 
known  to  them.    Exodus  6 :2,  3. 

Praise  ye  Jehovah  !  for  His  lovingkindness — And 
all  the  tender  mercy  He  hath  shown; — Praise  Hi.-n 
Who  pardons  all  our  sin  and  blindness, — And  calls 
us  sons,  and  takes  us  for  His  own. 

Ye  search  the  scriptures,  because  ye  think 
that  in  them  ye  have  eternal  life ;  and  these  are 
they  which  bear  witness  of  Me.   John  5  :39. 


JANUARY. 


21 


Lord,  Thy  Word  abideth, — And  our  footsteps  guid- 
eth; — ^Who  its  truth  believeth — Light  and  joy  re- 
ceiveth. 

TUESDAY  27._Mark  8:1-21.    Rom.  9:1-13. 

Let  us  arise,  and  go  up  to  Bethel ;  and  I  will 
make  there  an  altar  unto  God,  Who  answered 
me  in  the  day  of  my  distress,  and  was  with  me 
in  the  way  which  I  went.   Gren.  35  :3. 

I  will  sing  to  my  Creator, — Unto  God  I'll  render 
praise, — Who  by  every  thing  in  nature — iMagnifies 
His  tender  grace : — Naught  but  loving  condescension 
— Still  inclines  His  faithful  heart — To  support  an  1 
take  tht:r  part,— Who  pursue  His  blest  intention.— 
All  things  to  their  period  tend, — But  His  mercy  has 
no  end. 

<jk)dliness  is  profitable  for  all  things,  having 
promise  of  the  life  which  now  is,  and  of  that 
which  is  to  come.    1  Tim.  4:8. 

Blest  are  they,  supremely  blest, — Who  of  Jesus' 
grace  possessed, — 'Cleave  to  Him  by  living  faith, — 
Till  they  shall  resign  their  breath. 

gVI^DNESDAY  28._Mark  8:22—9:1.  Rom.  9: 
14-24. 

And  many  nations  shall  join  themselves  to 
the  Lord  in  that  day,  and  shall  be  my  people; 
and  I  will  dwell  in  the  midst  of  thee,  and  thou 
shalt  know  that  the  Lord  of  hosts  hath  sent 
me  unto  thee.    Zech.  2  :11. 

Saviour,  lo!  the  isles  are  waiting, — Stretched  the 
hand,  and  strained  the  sight, — ^For  Thy  Spirit,  new 
creating, — Love's  pure  flame  and  wisdom's  light; — 
Give  the  word,  and  of  the  preacher — Speed  the  foot. 


22 


JANUARY. 


and  touch  the  tongue, — ^Till  on  earth  by  every  crea- 
ture,— ^Glory  to  the  Lamb  be  sung. 

God  called  you  through  the  gospel,  to  the 
obtaining  of  the  glory  of  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ. 
2  Thess.  2:14. 

Grant  me  steadiness, — (Lord  to  run  my  race, — 
Following  Thee  with  love  most  tender, — So  that 
Satan  may  not  hinder — 'Me  by  craft  or  force  : — Fur- 
ther Thou  my  course. 

THIIRSDAY  29._Mark  9  -2-13.    Rom.  10:1-17 
Thus  saifch  the  Lord  of  hosts :  My  cities  shall 
yet  overflow  with  prosperity;  and  the  Lord 
shall  yet  comfort  Zion  and  shall  yet  choose  Je- 
rusalem.   Zech.  1 :17. 

Thou  hidden  Source  of  calm  repose, — Thou  all- 
sufficient  iLove  divine; — M-y  help  and  Refuge  from 
my  foes,— iSecure  I  am.  for  Thou  art  mine: — Thou 
art  my  Fortress,  Strength,  and  Tower, — iMy  Trust 
and  Portion  evermore. 

Faithful  is  He  that  calleth  you,  who  will 
also  do  it.    1  Thess.  5  :24. 

His  purpose  stands  unshaken — What  He  hath  said 
Hell  do; — And,  when  by  all  forsaken, — His  Church 
He  will  renew. — iWith  pity  He  beholds  her, — E'en  in 
her  time  o/f  woe, — 'Still  by  His  word  upholds  her, — 
And  makes  her  thrive  and  grow. 

FRroAY  30— Mark  9:14-32.  Rom.  11:1-12 
Behold,  it  was  for  my  peace  that  I  had  great 
bitterness :  But  Thou  hast  in  love  to  my  soul 
delivered  it  from  the  pit  of  corruption;  For 
Thou  hast  cast  all  my  sins  behind  Thy  back. 
Isa.  38:17. 


JANUABY. 


23 


In  my  distress  I  raised  with  faith — To  God  my 
supplication ; — ^My  Saviour  rescued  me  from  death 
— ^And  gave  me  consolation. 

Where  sin  abounded,  grace  did  abound  much 
more  exceedingly.    Rom.  5  :20. 

Though  sin  with  us  doth  much  abound, — Yet 
grace  still  more  aboundeth; — Sufficient  help  in  Christ 
is  found, — Where  sin  most  deeply  woundeth  : — He 
the  good  Shepherd  is  indeed, — ^Who  His  lost  sheep 
doth  seek  and  lead — With  tender  love  and  pity. 

SATURDAY  31.-^Mark  9:33-50.  Jeremiah  9: 
22,  23. 

For  I  have  satiated  the  weary  soul,  and  ev- 
ery sorrowful  soul  have  I  replenished.  Jere- 
miah 31:25. 

Therefore  we  come.  Thy  gentle  call  obeying, — 
And  lay  our  sins  and  sorrows  at  Thy  feet; — On 
Everlasting  Strength  our  weakness  staying — 'Qothed 
in  Thy  robe  of  righteousness  complete : — ^Then,  joy- 
ful and  refreshed,  we  leave  Thy  throne, — And  fol- 
low on  to  know  as  we  are  known. 

And  the  "world  passeth  away,  and  the  lust 
thereof :  but  he  that  doeth  the  will  of  God  abid- 
eth  for  ever.    1  John  2  :17. 

Jesus,  Thou  Prince  of  life! — Thy  chosen  cannot 
die; — Like  Thee,  they  conquer  in  the  strife, — To 
reign  with  Thee  on  high. 


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FEBRUARY. 


FEBRUARY 

6tb  TBUceft— Scptuagesima 

SUNDAY  1— Epistle,  1  Cor.  9:24—10:5.  Gospel, 
Matt.  20:1-16. 

My  heart  is  glad,  and  my  glory  rejoiceth: 
My  flesh  also  shall  dwell  in  safety.    Ps.  16  :9. 

Asleep  in  Jesus !  peaceful  rest, — Whose  waking  is 
supremely  blest; — No  fear,  no  woe,  shall  dim  that 
hour — .That  manifests  the  Saviour's  power. 

Wherefore  also  we  make  it  our  aim,  whether 
at  home  or  absent,  to  be  well-pleasing  unto 
Him.    2  Cor.  5:9. 

Lord,  may  I  live  to  Thee  by  faith, — To  Thee,  oh, 
may  I  die; — 'For  Thine  I  am  in  life  and  death, — 
Thine,  Thine,  eternally. 

MONDAY  2._Ps.  97.    Rom.  11 : 13-24. 
iSo  teach  us  to  number  our  days  that  we  may 
get  us  a  heart  of  wisdom.    Ps.  90 :12. 

A  few  more  suns  shall  set — 'O'er  these  dark  hills 
of  time, — And  we  shall  be  where  suns  are  not, — A 
far  serener  clime : — Then,  O  my  iLord,  prepare — 
My  soul  for  that  great  day ; — Oh  wash  me  in  Thy 
precious  blood, — And  take  my  sins  away. 

Whatsoever  ye  do,  work  heartily,  as  unto  the 
Lord,  and  not  unto  men.    Col.  3  :23. 

Lord,  may  I  not  be  greatly  moved — By  envy  or 
applause, — Content  to  be  'by  Thee  approved, — And 
glorying  in  Thy  cause. 

TUESDAY  3.-HMark  10:1,^3-31.  Rom.  11:25-36. 
Behold  unto  the  Lord  thy  Grod  belongeth 


FEBRUARY. 


25 


heaven  and  the  heaven  of  heavens,  the  earth, 
with  all  that  is  therein.    Deut.  10:14. 

Holy  and  infinite  !  viewless !  eternal ! — Veiled  in 
the  glory  that  none  can  sustain, — None  comprehend- 
eth  Thy  Being  supernal, — Nor  can  the  heaven  of 
heavens  contain. — Holy  and  infinite;  limitless,  bound- 
less,— rAll  Thy  perfections,  and  powers,  and  praise  t 

Cast  all  jour  anxiety  upon  Him,  'because  He 
careth  for  you.    1  Peter  5  :7. 

Steadfast  in  faith  to  Jesus  cleave,— ^His  faithful- 
ness review, — And  every  burden  with  Him  leave,— 
Whose  love  is  daily  new. 

©WEDNESDAY  4 — Mark  10:32-52.    Rom.  12:1-1Z 

His  name  shall  be  called  Mighty  God.  Isa. 
9:6. 

As  much,  when  in  the  manger  laid, — Almighty 
Ruler  of  the  sky, — As  when  the  six  days'  work  He 
made — Filled  all  the  morning-stars  with  joy. 

My  grace  is  sufficient  for  thee :  for  My  power 
is  made  perfect  in  weakness.    2  Cor.  12:9. 

O  Will,  that  wiliest  good  alone, — ^Lead  Thou  the 
way.  Thou  guidest  best; — A  little  child,  I  follow  on, 
— And  trusting  lean  upon  Thy  breast. 

THUBSDAY  5— Mark  11:1-19.    Rom.  12:13-21. 

He  will  bring  me  forth  to  the  light,  and  I 
shall  behold  His  righteousness.    Micah  7  :9. 

Let  the  sweet  hope  that  Thou  art  mine — My  life 
and  death  attend; — Thy  presence  through  my  jour- 
ney shine — ^.^nd  crown  my  journey's  end. 

By  the  grace  of  God  I  am  what  I  am :  and 


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His  grace  which  was  ibestowed  upon  me  was 
not  found  vain.    1  'Cor.  15  :10. 

I  could  not  do  without  Thee, — I  cannot  stand 
alone, — I  have  no  strength  or  goodness, — No  wis- 
dom of  my  own ; — 'But  Thou,  beloved  Saviour, — 
Art  all  in  all  to  me ; — And  perfect  strength  in  weak- 
ness— Is  theirs  who  lean  on  Thee. 

FRIDAY  6.^Mark  11:20-33.    Rom.  13:1-10. 
I  have  heard  thy  prayer,  I  have  seen  thy 
tears.    2  Kings  20:5. 

Here  stands  the  promise  fair, — For  God  can  not 
repent, — ^To  fervent,  persevering  prayer, — ^He'll  every 
blessing  grant. 

The  supplication  of  a  righteous  man  availeth 
much  in  its  working.    James  5  :16. 

We  perish  if  we  cease  from  prayer; — Oh  grant  us 
power  to  pray ! — And  when  to  meet  Thee  we  prepare, 
—Lord,  meet  us  by  the  way. 

SATITRDAY  7.-^Mark  12:1-17.    Jer.  10:6-10. 

Ye  are  witnesses  against  yourselves  that  ye 
have  chosen  you  the  Lord,  to  serve  Him.  And 
they  said,  We  are  witnesses.    Joshua  34:22. 

We  are  the  Lord's;  then  let  us  gladly  tender — Our 
souls  to  Him,  in  deeds,  not  empty  words ; — iLet  heart 
and  tongue,  and  life  combine  to  render — No  doubtful 
witness  that  we  are  the  Lord's. 

If  we  died  with  Him,  we  shall  also  live  with 
Him;  if  we  endure,  we  shall  also  reign  with 
Him :  if  we  shall  deny  Him,  He  also  will  deny 
Its.    2  Tim.  2:11,  12. 

Onward,  ever  onward, — Journeying  o'er  the  road 


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— Worn  by  saints  before  us, — Journeying  on  to  God ; 
— Leaving  all  behind  us — May  we  hasten  on, — Back- 
ward never  looking — Till  the  prize  is  won. 

7tb  "CClech— Seiagestma 

SUNDAY  8.— ,Epistle,  2  Cor.  11 :19— 12:9.  Gospel, 
Luke  8:4-15. 

And  I  will  set  up  one  shepherd  over  them, 
and  He  shall  feed  them,  even  my  servant  Da- 
vid; He  shall  feed  them,  and  He  shall  be  their 
shepherd.   Ezek.  34:23. 

Here  come  I,  my  Shepherd,  athirst  after  Thee, — 
In  mercy  receive  me,  for  mercy's  my  plea. 

I  am  the  good  shepherd;  and  I  know  mine 
OTvn,  and  mine  own  know  me.    John  10 :14. 

Thou  knowest,  Lord,  the  weariness  and  sorrow — 
Of  the  sad  heart  that  comes  to  Thee  for  rest;— 
Cares  of  to-day,  and  burdens  for  to-morrow, — ^Bless- 
ings implored,  and  sins  to  be  confessed; — We  come 
Defore  Thee  at  Thy  gracious  word, — And  lay  them 
at  Thy  feet :  Thou  knowest,  Lord. 

MONDAY  9._Ps.  98.    Rom.  13:11—14:9. 

All  flesh  is  grass,  and  all  the  goodliness  there- 
of is  as  the  flower  of  the  field.  The  grass  with- 
ereth,  the  flower  fadeth,  because  the  breath  of 
the  Lord  bloweth  upon  it ;  surely  the  people  is 
grass.  The  grass  withereth,  the  flower  fadeth; 
but  the  word  of  our  God  shall  stand  for  ever. 
Isa.  40:6-8. 

The  weary  world  is  mouldering   to   decay, — Its 

glories  wane,  its  pageants  fade  away; — In  that  last 

sunset,  when  the  stars  shall   fall, — May  we  arise, 

awakened  by  Thy  call, — With  Thee,  O  Lord,  for 


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ever  to  abide — In  that  blest  day  which  has  no  even- 
tide. 

Take  up  the  shield  of  faith,  wherewith  ye 
shall  be  able  to  quench  all  the  fiery  darts  of  the 
evil  one.  And  take  the  helmet  of  salvation, 
and  the  sword  of  the  Spirit,  which  is  the  word 
of  God.   Ephes.  6 :16,  17. 

Stand,  then,  in  His  great  might, — ^With  all  His 
strength  endued, — And  take,  to  arm  you  for  the 
fight, — The  panoply  of  God; — That,  having  all  things 
done, — And  all  your  conflicts  past, — Ye  may  o'er- 
come,  through  Christ  alone, — And  stand  entire  at 
last. 

TUESDAY  10.— Mark  12:18-34.    Rom.  14:10-23. 

O  Lord,  Thou  art  my  God ;  I  will  exalt  Thee, 
I  will  praise  Thy  name;  for  Thou  hast  done 
wonderful  things  .  Isa.  25  :1. 

His  comforts  never  fail  me, — He  stands  at  my 
right  hand ; — When  tempests  fierce  assail  nae, — 
They're  calm  at  His  command. 

Give  thanks  always  for  all  things  in  the 
name  of  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ  to  God.  Ephes. 
5:20. 

O  would,  my  God,  that  I  could  praise  Thee — With 
thousand  tongues  by  day  and  night! — How  many  a 
song  my  lips  should  raise  Thee, — Who  orderest  all 
things  here  aright; — ^My  thankful  heart  would  ever 
be — Telling  what  God  hath  done  for  me. 

C  WEDNESDAY  11— Mark  12 :35-44  Rom.  15:1-13. 

The  jar  of  meal  wasted  not,  neither  did  the 
cruse  of  oil  fail,  according  to  the  word  of  the 


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Lord,  which  He  spake  "by  Elijah.  1  Kings 
17:16. 

When  all  Thy  mercies,  O  my  God, — My  rising  soul 
surveys, — ^Transported  with  the  view,  I'm  lost — In 
wonder,  love  and  praise. 

■Set  your  mind  on  the  things  that  are  above, 
and  not  on  the  things  that  are  upon  the  earth. 
Col.  3 :2. 

Grant  that  all  of  us  may  prove, — By  obedience, 
faith  and  love, — ^That  our  hearts  to  Thee  are  given, 
— That  our  treasure  is  in  heaven. 

THXTISDAY  12._Mark  13:1-23.    Rom.  15:14-24. 
I  will  instruct  thee  and  teach  thee  in  the 
way  which  thou  shalt  go:  I  will  counsel  thee 
with  Mine  eye  upon  thee.    Ps.  32  :8. 

Thou  my  dailv  task  shall  give, — Day  by  day  to 
Thee  I  live iSo'  shall  added  years  fulfill,— Not  my 
own — my  Father's  will. 

Prove  what  is  well-pleasing  unto  the  Lord. 
Ephes.  5  :10. 

Do  thou  with  faith  discharge  thy  station, — Keep 
God's  commands,  live  to  His  praise ; — Rely  on  Him 
for  preservation, — On  Whom  the  whole  creation 
stays. 

FRIDAY  13.— Mark  13:24-37.    Rora.  15:25-33. 

A  son  honoreth  his  father,  and  a  servant  his 
master:  if  then  I  am  a  father,  where  is  Mine 
i  cnor?  and  if  J  am  a  master,  where  is  My  fear? 
saith  the  Lord  of  hosts  unto  you?    Mai.  1 :6. 

Faithful  Lord,  my  only  joy  and  pleasure — Sha'l 
remain,  while  here   I   stay, — ^Thee,  my  matchless 


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Friend  and  highest  Treasure, — To  adore,  serve  and 
obey. 

iSanctify  in  your  hearts  Clirist  as  Lord. 
1  Pet.  3:13. 

Grace  renewed  bestow  upon  me, — With  new  zeal, 
my  Saviour,  crown  me, — So  that  I  may  serve  Thee 
solely; — Thy  atonement  make  me  holy. 

SATUKDAY  14.— Mark  14:1-16.    Jer.  8:4-9. 

The  Lord  is  our  judge,  the  Lord  is  our  law- 
giver, the  Lord  is  our  king;  He  will  save  us. 
Isa.  33:22. 

When  before  the  Judge  we  tremble,— ^Conscious 
of  His  broken  laws, — iMay  the  blood  o-f  His  atone- 
ment—'Cry  aloud,  and  plead  our  cause; — ^Bid  our 
guilty  terrors  cease; — Be  our  pardon  and  our  peace. 

In  Jesus  we  have  our  redemption  through 
His  blood,  the  forgiveness  of  our  trespasses,  ac- 
cording to  the  riches  of  His  grace.   Ephes.  1 :7. 

Thou  hast  promised  to  receive  us,— Poor  and  sin- 
ful though  we  be; — Thou  hast  mercy  to  relieve  us, 
— Grace  to  cleanse  and  power  to  free, — Blessed 
Jesus, — (Early  let  us  turn  to  Thee. 

8tb  TKHccli— (Slutnquagegtma 

SUNDAY  15.-4Epistle,  1  Cor.  13.  Gospel,  Luke 
18  :31-43. 

Thus  saith  the  Lord,  In  an  acceptable  time 
have  I  answered  thee,  and  in  a  day  of  salvation 
have  I  helped  thee.    Isa.  49  :8. 

O  magnify  the  Lord  with  me, — With  me  exalt  His 
name; — 'When  in  distress  to  Him  I  called, — He  to 
my  rescue  came. 


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God  was  in  'Christ  reconciling  the  world  unto 
Uimself,  not  reckoning  unto  them  their  tres- 
passes, and  having  committed  unto  us  the  word 
of  reconciliation.    2  Cor.  5  :19. 

Let  them  that  love  Him — Rise  with  joy  to  serve 
Him, — As  the  sun  goes  forth  in  might, — Spreads 
o'er  the  earth  his  light. 

MONDAY  16_Ps.  99  and  100.    Rom.  16. 

Remember,  Lord,  the  reproach  of  Thy  ser- 
vants.   Ps.  89:50. 

My  spirit  on  Thy  care, — Blest  Saviour,  I  recline ; 
— Thou  wilt  not  leave  me  to  despair, — For  Thou  art 
Love  Divine. 

Let  us  not  be  weary  in  well-doing;  for  in 
due  season  we  shall  reap,  if  we  faint  not.  Gal. 
6:9. 

Toiling  early  in  the  morning, — ^Catching  moments 
through  the  day, — Nothing  small  or  lowly  scorning, 
— While  we  work,  and  watch,  and  pray. 

TUESDAY  17._Mark  14:17-3L    Gen.  1:1-13. 

Beware  lest  thou  forget  the  Lord,  who 
brought  thee  forth  out  of  the  land  of  Egypt, 
out  of  the  house  of  bondage.   Deut.  6 :12. 

Remember  Thee,  and  all  Thy  pains, — And  all  Thy 
love  to  me ; — Yea,  while  a  breath,  a  pulse  remains, — 
Will  I  remember  Thee. 

Ye  were  bought  with  a  price :  glorify  God 
Iherefore  in  your  body.    1  Cor.  6 :20. 

Our  souls  and  bodies.  Lord,  prepare, — That  we  rich 
fruit  for  Thee  may  bear; — Grant  we  may  live  unto 


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Thy  praise, — (And  serve  Thy  cause  with  faithfulness ; 
-^Since  grace  and  truth  are  our  heart's  wish  and 
aim, — Oh  glorify  in  us  Thy  saving  name. 

WEDNESDAY  18.    Ash  Wednesday  Mark  14  : 

32-52.    Gen.  1:14-25. 

By  Thy  ordinances  is  Tliy  servant  warned: 
In  keeping  them  there  is  great  reward  Ps. 
19:11. 

To  each  Thy  sacred  word  apply, — With  sovereign 
power  and  energy; — And  may  we,  in  Thy  faith  and 
fear, — 'Reduce  to  practice  what  we  hear. 

Christ  also  suflFered  for  you,  leaving  you  an 
example,  that  ye  should  follow  His  steps. 
1  Peter  2:21. 

Let  Thy  cross  my  will  control, — And  conform  me 
to  my  guide. 

©TBTUBSDAY  19._4Mark  14:53-65.   Gen.  1:26-31. 

Distil,  ye  heavens,  from  above,  and  let  the 
skies  pour  down  righteousness :  let  the  earth 
open  that  it  may  bring  forth  salvation,  and  let 
it  cause  righteousness  to  spring  up  together;. 
I,  the  Lord,  have  created  it.    Isa.  45  :8. 

For  mercies,  countless  as  the  sands, — Which  daily 
I  receive — iFrom  Jesus  my  Redeemer's  hands, — My 
soul,  what  canst  thou  give? 

Our  Saviour  Jesus  Christ,  gave  Himself  for 
us,  that  He  might  redeem  us  from  all  iniquity, 
and  purify  unto  Himself  a  people  for  His  own 
possession,  zealous  of  good  works.    Titus  2 :14. 

Plant  Thyself  in  me; — I  will  learn  of  Thee, — To 
be  holy,  meek,  and  tender, — Wrath  and  pride  and 


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self  surrender; — Nothing  shouldst  Thou  see, — But 
Thyself  in  me. 

FRIDAY  20.— Mark  14 :66— IS  :13.   Gen.  2 :1-1S. 

And  in  Thy  majesty  ride  on  prosperously, 
Because  of  truth  and  meekness  and  righteous- 
ness :  And  Thy  right  hand  shall  teach  thee  ter- 
rible things.    Ps.  45  :4. 

Conquering  Prince  and  Lord  of  glory, — ^Majesty  en- 
throned in  light! — All  the  heavens  are  bowed  befote 
Thee, — ^Far  beyond  them  spreads  Thy  might. — Shall 
I  fall  not  at  Thy  feet, — And  my  heart  with  rapture 
beat? 

'Christ  Jesus  abolished  death,  and  brought 
life  and  immortality  to  light  through  the  gos- 
pel.   2  Tim.  1:10. 

May  this  ever  blessed  hope — Fill  our  hearts  with 
gladness, — lAnd  'midst  weakness  bear  us  up. 

SATURDAY  21._Mark  15-14-28.    Gen.  22:1-14. 

The  inhabitant  shall  not  say,  I  am  sick:  the 
people  that  dwell  therein  shall  'be  forgiven 
their  iniquity.    Isa.  33  :24. 

0  land  that  seest  no  sorrow ! — 0  state  that  fear'st 
no  strife! — O  princely  land  of  glory!— O  realm  and 
home  of  life! — Exult,  O  dust  and  ashes! — The  Lord 
shall  be  thy  part; — His  only.  His  for  ever, — Thou 
shalt  be,  and  thou  art ! 

1  will  rather  glory  in  my  weaknesses,  that 
the  power  of  'Christ  may  rest  upon  me.  For 
when  I  am  weak,  then  am  I  strong.  2  Cor. 
12:9,  10. 


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Thy  love  in  sorrow  be  my  gladness, — In  weakness 
be  Thy  love  my  strength. 

9tb  TIDleek— ist  Sun&as  in  lent 

SUNDAY  322._Epistle,  2  Cor.  6:1-10.  Gospel, 
Matt.  4:1-11. 

Oh  bless  our  God,  ye  peoples,  And  make  the 
•voice  of  His  praise  to  be  beard;  Who  holdeth 
our  soul  in  life,  and  suffereth  not  our  feet  to  be 
looved.    Ps.  66  :8,  9. 

Now  let  us  praise  the  Lord — With  body,  soul  and 
spirit, — Who  doth  such  wondrous  things — Beyond 
our  sense  and  merit ; — Who,  from  our  mother's  arms 
— And  earliest  infancy, — Hath  done  great  things  for 
us; — Praise  Him  eternally. 

We  love,  because  He  first  loved  us.  1  John 
4:19. 

O  Love  that  wilt  not  let  me  go, — I  rest  my  weary 
soul  in  Thee: — I  give  Thee  back  the  life  I  owe, — 
That  in  Thine  ocean  depths  its  flow — ^May  richer, 
fuller  be. 

MONDAY  23.-^Ps.  102:1-18,  24-29.    Gen.  2:16-25. 
He  hath  both  spoken  unto  me  and  Himself 
hath  done  it.    Ps.  38:15. 

The  Lord  is  just,  a  Helper  tried,— iMercy  is  ever 
at  His  side, — His  kingly  crown  is  holiness, — His  scep- 
ter, pity  in  distress. 

If  a  man  keep  my  word,  he  shall  never  see 
death.    John  8 :51. 

Kindle  within  us  and  preserve  that  fire, — Which 
may  with  holy  love  our  breasts  inspire, — And  with  an 
active  zeal  our  minds  inflame, — To  do  Thy  will  and 
glorify  Thy  name. 


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TUESDAY  24._Mark  15:29-41.    Gen.  3:1-15. 

The  Lord  taketh  pleasure  in  them  that  fear 
Him,  in  those  that  hope  in  His  lovingkindness. 
Ps.  147:11. 

Make  me  to  walk  in  Thy  commands, — 'Tis  a  de- 
lightful road. 

God  resisteth  the  proud,  but  giveth  grace  to 
the  humble.    1  Peter  5  :6. 

Prevent  me  lest  I  harbor  pride, — 'Lest  I  in  my 
own  strength  confide; — 'Show  me  my  weakness,  let 
me  see — I  have  my  power,  my  all,  from  Thee. 

WEDNESDAY  25.--jMark  15:42—16:8.  Gen. 
3:17-24. 

This  poor  man  cried,  and  the  Lord  heard 
Lim,  And  saved  him  out  of  all  his  troubles.  Ps. 
34 :6. 

Oh,  what  peace  we  often  forfeit; — Oh,  what  need- 
less pain  we  bear ; — All  because  we  do  not  carry — 
Everything  to  God  in  prayer. 

"We  entreat  that  ye  receive  not  the  grace  of 
(xod  in  vain.   2  Cor.  6 :1. 

Less  of  the  flesh  each  day, — Less  of  the  world  and 
sin; — iMore  of  Thy  Son,  I  pray, — iMore  of  Thyself 
within. — More  molded  to  Thy  will, — iLord,  let  Thy 
servant  be; — Higher  and  higher  still, — ^Liker  and 
liker  Thee. 

STHLTRSDAY  26._jMark  16:9-20.    Gen.  4:3-16. 

Is  not  My  word  like  fire?  saith  the  Lord; 
and  like  a  hammer  that  hreaketh  the  rock  in 
pieces  ?    Jerem.  23  :29. 


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0  God  in  whom  our  trust  we  place, — We  thank 
Thee  for  Thy  word  of  grace; — Help  us  its  precepts 
to  obey, — Till  we  shall  live  in  endless  day. 

iLet  a  man  prove  himself,  and  so  let  him  eat 
of  the  bread  and  drink  of  the  cup.  1  Cor. 
11 :28. 

How  needful,  strictly  to  inquire, — ^And  ask  our 
hearts  each  day, — "Doth  Jesus'  love  me  still  inspire, 
— ^My  thoughts  and  actions  sway?" 

FRIDAY  37.— 1  Cor.  1:1-17.    Gen.  5:21-36. 

Verily  there  is  a  God  that  judgeth  in  the 
earth.    Ps.  58:12. 

Thou  comoreheiid'.st  Him  not,— Yet  earf-i  and 
heaven  tell, — ^God  sits  as  sovereign  on  the  throne, — 
He  ruleth  all  things  well. 

It  is  required  in  stewards  that  a  man  be 
found  faithful.    1  Cor.  4:2. 

Grant  we,  impelled  by  Thy  love, — In  smallest 
things  may  faithful  prove ; — Till  we  depart,  we  wish 
to  be — Devoted  wholly  unto  Thee. 

SATURDAY  28.— 1  Cor.  1:18-31.  Exodus  33: 
17-23. 

1  will  strengthen  them  in  the  Lokd  and  they 
shall  walk  up  and  down  in  His  name.  Zech. 
10:12. 

Lord,  grant  us,  though  deeply  abased  with  shame, 
— With  true  'Christian  courage  to  act  in  Thy  Name ; 
— In  Thy  blessed  work  may  we  always  abound, — 
And  let  with  success  all  our  labor  be  crowned. 

Even  so  reckon  ye  also  yourselves  to  be  dead 


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unto  sill,  but  alive  unto  God  in  Christ  Jesus. 
Rom.  6:11. 

With  new  life  endowed  by  Christ  our  Saviour, — 
May  we  to  the  world  be  dead. 

lOtb  TIDlceft— 2n&  SunOas  in  Xent 

SUNDAY  29— Epistle,  1  Thess.  4:1-12.  Gospel, 
Matt.  15:21-28. 

I  will  never  forget  Thy  precepts;  for  witH 
them  Thou  hast  quic'kened  me.    Ps.  119  :93. 

0  form  us  all  while  we  remain — On  earth,  unto 
Thy  praise  ; — That  each  one  fully  may  attain — Thy 
blessed  aim  through  grace. 

1  am  the  living  'bread  which  came  down  out 
of  heaven.    John  6  :51. 

Lord,  I  hunger  only  after  Thee, — Feed  Thou  me. 


MARCH 

MONDAY  1.  Memorial  Day — Ps.  103.  Gen. 
6 :5-22. 

No  manner  of  hurt  was  found  upon  him, 
because  he  had  trusted  in  his  God.   Dan.  6 :23. 

He  that  confides  in  his  Creator, — Depending  on 
Him  all  his  days, — Shall  be  preserved  in  fire  and 
water, — And  saved  in  many  dangerous  ways. 

Watch  ye,  stand  fast  in  the  faith,  quit  you 
like  men,  be  strong.    1  Cor.  16:13. 

Faith  of  our  fathers!  living  still — In  spite  of  dun- 
geon, fire  and  sword ; — 0  how  our  hearts  beat  high 
with  joy — Whene'er  we  hear  that  glorious  word ; — 


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Faith  of  our  fathers !  holy  faith ! — We  will  be  true 
to  thee  till  death. 

TUESDAY  2,-1  Cor.  2.    Gen.  7. 

Then  said  I,  Lo,  I  am  come;  In  the  roll  of 
the  book  it  is  written  of  me:  I  delight  to  do 
Thy  will,  O  my  God.   Ps.  40 :8. 

Inflamed  with  zeal,  'twas  Thy  delight, — To  do  Thy 
Father's  will ; — ^May  the  same  zeal  my  soul  excite, — 
Thy  precepts  to  fulfill. 

I  came  not  to  judge  the  world,  but  to  save 
the  world.    John  12:47. 

There  is  no  other  Name  than  Thine, — Jehovah 
Jesus!  Name  divine, — On  which  to  rest  for  sins  for- 
given,— 'For  peace  with  God,  for  hope  of  heaven. 

WEDNESDAY  3.-1  Cor.  3:1-15.    Gen.  8:1-12. 

Lord,  there  is  none  beside  Thee  to  help,  be- 
tween the  mighty  and  him  that  hath  no 
strength.    2  Chron.  14:11. 

I  have  no  help  but  Thine;  nor  do  I  need— Another 
arm  save  Thine  to  lean  upon ; — It  is  enough,  my 
Lord,  enough  indeed; — iMy  strength  is  in  Thy  might. 
Thy  might  alone. 

Be  ye  stedfast,  unmovable,  always  abounding 
in  the  work  of  the  Lord,  forasmuch  as  ye  know 
that  your  labor  is  not  vain  in  the  Lord.  1  Cor. 
15  :58. 

Then  persevere  till  death — ^Shall  bring  thee  to  thy 
God. 

©THURSDAY  4.-1  Cor.  3:16-23.    Gen.  8:13-22. 
Oh  come,  let  us  worship  and  bow  down;  Let 


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US  kneel  before  the  Lord  our  Maker:  For  He 
is  our  God,  And  we  are  the  people  of  His  pas- 
ture, and  the  sheep  of  His  hand.    Ps.  95  :6,  7. 

To  Thee,  the  Lord  of  all,  I'll  humbly  sing, — To 
Thee,  my  Maker,  glad  thankofferings  bring; — ^But 
how  can  language  worthily  display — Thy  lauds,  or 
to  Thy  Name  due  homage  pay? 

For  God  appointed  us  not  unto  wrath,  but 
unto  the  obtaining  of  salvation  through  oii'" 
Lord  Jesus  Christ.   1  Thess.  5  :9. 

0  Lord,  Thy  grace  impart, — Refresh  and  cheer 
my  heart, — Thy  pardoning  love  display, — For  Thou 
my  Saviour  art : — To  me,  poor  sinner,  say, — "Thy 
reproach  is  Mine, — All  'My  merit's  thine, — Take  My 
peace  divine." 

FRIDAY  5.— 1  Cor.  4.    Gen.  9:8-17,  28.  29. 

As  the  hart  panteth  after  the  waterbrooks,  so 
panteth  my  soul  after  Thee,  O  God.    Ps.  42  -1. 

,  For  Thee,  my  God — the  living  God, — My  thirsty 
soul  doth  pine ; — Oh,  when  shall  I  behold  Thy  face, 
— Thou  Majesty  divine! 

If  any  man  thirst,  let  him  come  unto  Me 
and  drink.    John  7:37. 

1  came  to  Jesus,  and  I  drank — Of  that  life-giving 
stream ; — 'My  thirst  was  quenched,  my  soul  revived, 
— And  now  I  live  in  Him. 

SATURDAY  6.— 1  Cor.  6.1-11,20.    Jer.  26:1-15. 

0  God  of  my  righteousness;  Thou  hast  set 
me  at  large  when  I  was  in  distress :  Have  mercy 
upon  me,  and  hear  my  prayer.    Ps.  4:1. 


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When  we  in  darkness  walk, — Nor  feel  the  hea\'- 
enly  flame, — Then  is  the  time  to  trust  our  God, — 
And  rest  upon  His  name. 

Ye  are  an  elect  race,  a  royal  priesthood,  a 
holy  nation,  a  people  for  Gad's  own  possession, 
that  ye  may  show  forth  the  excellencies  of  Him 
who  called  you  out  of  darkness  into  His  mar- 
\ellous  light.    1  Peter  2:9. 

The  'Church  on  earth  hath  union — With  God  the 
Three  in  One, — And  mystic  sweet  communion — 
With  those  whose  rest  is  won ; — Oh  happy  ones  and 
holy  ! — Lord,  give  us  grace  that  we — Like  them,  the 
meek  and  lowly, — On  high  may  dwell  with  Thee. 

ntb  THaecft— 3r5  SunOag  in  lent 

SUNDAY  7._^Epistle,  Eph.  5:1-9.    Luke  11:14-28 

Blessed  is  the  man  that  trusteth  in  the  Lord, 
and  whose  trust  the  Lord  is.  For  he  shall  be 
as  a  tree  planted  by  the  waters,  that  spreadeth 
out  its  roots  by  the  river.   Jer.  17  :7,  8. 

Thee  thanks  for  ever, — O  Father,  that  Thy  rule 
is  just — And  wise,  and  changes  never; — Thy 
boundless  power  o'er  all  things  reigns, — Done  is 
whate'er  Thy  Will  ordains; — Well  for  us  that  Thou 
rulest. 

God  is  faithful,  who  will  not  suffer  you  to 
be  tempted  above  that  ye  are  able;  but  will 
with  the  temptation  make  also  the  way  of 
escape,  that  ye  may  be  able  to  endure  it.  1  Cor. 
10:13. 

I  implored  Thy  succor, — Thou  wast  swift  to  save. 


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MONDAY  8 — Ps.  106:1-6,  40-48.    Gen.  11:1-9. 

I  will  declare  mine  iniquity ;  I  will  be  sorry 
for  my  sin.    Ps.  38  :19. 

Cast  thy  guilty  soul  on  Him, — Find  Him  mighty 
to  redeem  ; — At  His  feet  thy  burden  lay, — Look  thy 
doutts  and  cares  away ; — Now  by  faith  the  Son  em- 
brace,— Plead  His  promise,  trust  His  grace. 

As  sin  reigned  in  death,  even  so  might  grace 
reign  through  righteousness  unto  eternal  life 
through  Jesus  Chrisrt  our  Lord.    Rom.  5  :21. 

For  strength  to  those  who  on  Him  wait — His  truth 
to  prove,  His  will  to  do, — ^Praise  ye  our  God,  for  He 
is  great, — Trust  in  His  name,  for  it  is  true. 

TX^SDAY  9.— 1  Cor.  8.    Gen.  12:1-9. 

Cry  aloud  and  shout,  thou  inhabitant  of 
Zion;  for  great  in  the  midst  of  thee  is  the  Holy 
One  of  Israel.    Isa.  12:6. 

Glorious  things  of  thee  are  spoken, — Zion,  city  of 
our  God ; — -He  Whose  word  cannot  be  broken, — 
Formed  thee  for  His  own  abode; — On  the  Rock  of 
ages  founded, — What  can  shake  thy  sure  repose? — 
With  salvation's  walls  surrounded, — Thou  mayest 
smile  at  all  thy  foes. 

Ye  are  a  temple  of  the  living  God.  2  Cor. 
6:16. 

Oh,  teach  us.  Lord,  to  know  and  own — This  won- 
drous mystery, — That  Thou  with  us  art  truly  one, — 
And  we  are  one  with  Thee ! 

WEDNESDAY  10— 1  Cor.  9:1-14.    Gen.  13. 
They  sat  down  at  Thy  feet;  every  one  shall 
receive  of  Thy  words.   Deuit.  33  :3. 


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Oh!  may  these  heavenly  pages  be — My  ever  dear 
delight, — x^nd  still  new  beauties  may  I  see, — And 
still  increasing  light. 

Give  the  more  diligence  to  make  your  call- 
ing an4  election  sure.    2  Peter  1 :10. 

We  offer  up  ourselves  to  Thee, — That  heart  and 
word  and  deed  may  be — In  all  things  guided  by  Thy 
mind, — And  in  Thine  eyes  acceptance  find. 

THURSDAY  11— 1  Cor.  9:15-27.  Gen.  14:1-3, 
10-20. 

Eemem'ber  Thy  servants.    Ex.  32  :13. 

His  is  an  unchanging  love, — ^Higher  than  the 
heights  above, — ^Deeper  than  the  depths  beneath, — 
Free  and  faithful,  strong  as  death. 

The  Spirit  Himself  beareth  witness  with  our 
spirit,  that  we  are  children  of  God.  Rom.  8  :16. 

Grant  me  the  indubitable  seal, — That  ascertains 
the  kingdom  mine, — That  powerful  stamp  I  long 
to  feel, — The  signature  of  love  divine; — Oh,  shed 
it  in  my  heart  abroad, — Fullness  of  love,  of  heaven, 
of  God. 

€  FRIDAY  12._1  Cor.  10:1-13.    Gen.  15. 

My  presence  shall  go  with  thee.  Exod.  33  :14. 

Ye  who  called  to  Christ's  service  are, — Join  to- 
gether both  in  work  and  prayer; — Venture  all  on 
Him,  our  Lord, — Who  assures  us  in  His  word, — ^We 
are  always  objects  of  His  care. 

If  any  man  serve  Me,  let  him  follow  Me; 
and  where  I  am,  there  shall  also  My  servant 
he.    John  12:26. 

And  when  by  turns  we  pass  aiway, — As  star  by 


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Star  grows  dim,— May  each,  translated  unto  day, — 
Be  lost  and  found  in  Him. 

SATURDAY  13.— 1  Cor.  10:14—11:1.  Jer.  52: 
7-10. 

But  I  will  sacrifice  unto  Thee  with  the  voice 
of  thanksgiving;  I  will  pay  that  which  I  have 
vowed.    Salvation  is  of  the  Lord.    Jonah  2  :9. 

Ever  confessing — Thee,  I  will  raise — Unto  Thee 
blessing, — Glory  and  praise, — All  my  endeavor, — 
World  without  end.  Thine  to  be  ever, — Saviour  and 
Friend. 

Speak  one  to  another  in  psalms  and  hymns 
and  spiritual  songs,  singing  and  making  melody 
with  your  heart  to  the  Lord.    Ephes.  5  :19. 

Pleasant  are  Thy  courts  above,— In  the  land  of 
light  and  love; — Pleasant  are  Thy  courts  below  — 
In  this  land  of  sin  and  woe. — O  my  spirit  longs  and 
faints — 'For  the  converse  of  Thy  saints  ; — For  the 
brightness  of  Thy  face, — King  of  glory,  God  of 
grace. 

I2tb  HUlcch- 4tb  SunDas  tn  Xcnt 

SUNDAY  14.— Epistle,  Gal.  4:21-31.   John  6:1-15. 

But  from  thence  ye  shall  seek  the  Lord  thy 
God,  and  thou  shalt  find  Him,  when  thou 
searchest  after  Him  with  all  thy  heart  and 
with  all  thy  soul.    Deut.  4:29. 

To  the  soul  that  seeks  Him  Christ  is  gracious ; — 
They  who  wait,  ne'er  wait  in  vain, — But  experience 
Him  a  God  propitious. 

Blessed  be  the  God  a'nd  Farther  of  our  Lord 
Jesus  Christ,  who  hath  blessed  us  with  every 


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Spiritual  blessing  in  the  heavenly  places  in 
Christ.    Ephes.  1:2. 

Ten  thousand  thousand  precious  gifts — My  daily 
thanks  employ; — Nor  is  the  least  a  cheerful  hearc, 
— That-  tastes  those  gifts  with  joy. 

MONDAY  15.— Ps.  107:1-16.    Gen.  17:1-9. 

Thy  servants  take  pleasure  in  the  stones  of 
Zion,  And  have  pity  upon  her  dust.   Ps.  102 :14. 

Show  us  daily  more  and  more — Of  Thy  Church's 
beauty: — ^Give  the  impulse  and  the  power — For  each 
sacred  duty. 

Neither  is  he  that  planteth  anything,  neither 
he  that  watereth ;  but  God  that  giveth  the  in- 
crease.   1  Cor.  5  :7. 

Let  Thy  blessing  go  with  me, — 'Saviour,  else  I 
dare  not  move. 

TUESDAY  16.— 1  Cor.  11:17-34.    Gen.  17:15-22. 

I  will  not  make  a  full  end  of  thee;  but  I  will 
correct  thee  in  measure,  and  will  in  no  wise 
leave  thee  unpunished.    Jer.  30:11. 

Lord  I  approach  Thy  mercy-seat, — And  pray  Thee 
to  forgive  me : — With  contrite  heart,  I  Thee  entreit, 
— ^Show  pity  and  receive  me ; — Cast  all  my  sins  and 
trespasses — Into  the  ocean  of  Thy  grace, — And  them 
no  more  remernlber. 

For  the  grace  of  God  hath  appeared,  bring- 
ing salvation  to  all  men,  instructing  us,  to  the 
intent  that,  denying  ungodliness  and  worldly 
lusts,  we  should  live  soberly  and  righteously 
and  godly  in  this  present  world.    Tit.  2:11,  12. 


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With  new  life  endowed  by  Christ  our  Saviour, — 
May  we  to  the  world  be  dead ; — That  great  prize  to 
gain  be  our  endeavor, — Purchased  when  for  us  He 
bled; — By  His  love  constrained  may  we  adore  Him, 
— Thinking,  speaking,  acting,  as  before  Him. 

AAT:D?/ESDAY  17— 1  Cor.  12:1-11.  Gen.  18:1-10, 
13-16. 

The  Lord  hath  led  me  in  the  way.  Gren. 
24 :27. 

"My  times  are  in  Thy  hand!" — My  God,  I  wisn 
them  there; — My  life,  my  friends,  my  soul,  I  leave 
— 'Entirely  to  Thy  care. 

Hope  maketh  not ,  ashamed.    Rom.  5  :5. 

His  heart  o'er  thee,  poor  tempted  soul,  doth  break, 
—He  sends  His  light  to  lead,  His  truth  to  guide 
thee; — "My  helpless  child,"  He  saith,  "fresh  courage 
take, — I'll  be  thy  strength,  for  thou  'hast  none  be- 
side Me; — ^My  help  is  high.  My  comfort  draweth 
near; — -Let  this  thee  cheer." 

■THITRSDAY  18.-1  Cor.  12:12-31.   Gen.  18:17-33. 

Bless  the  Lord,  0  my  soul,  who  redeemeth 
thv  life  from  destruction,  who  crowneth  thee 
with  lovingkindness  and  tender  mercies.  Ps. 
103  :4. 

When  all  Thy  mercies,  O  my  God ! — 'My  rising 
soul  surveys, — Transported  with  the  view,  I'm  lost 
— In  wonder,  love,  and  praise. 

Set  your  hope  perfectly  on  the  grace  that  is 
to  be  brought  unto  you  at  the  revelation  of 
Jesus  Christ.    1  Peter  1:13. 

With  that  "blessed  hope"  before  us, — ^Let  no  harp 
remain  unstrung; — ^Let  the  mighty  advent-chorus — 


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Onward  roll  from  tongue  to  tongue; — ^Christ  is  com- 
ing!— Come,  Lord  Jesus,  quickly  come! 

FRIDAY  19— 1  Cor.  13.    Gen.  19:1-3,  12-29. 

The  children  of  Israel  went  out  with  a  high 
band.    Ex.  14:8. 

When  He  makes  bare  His  arm, — What  shall  His 
work  withstand? — When  He  His  people's  cause  de- 
fends,— Who,  who  shall  stay  His  hand ! 

He  calleth  the  things  that  are  not,  as  though 
they  were.    Rom.  4:17. 

O  God,  Thy  power  is  wonderful, — Thy  glory  pass- 
ing bright; — Thy  wisdom,  with  its  deep  on  deep, — 
A  rapture  to  the  sig'ht. 

©SATURDAY  20 — 1  Cor.  15:1-11.    Deut.  21:4-9. 

In  returning  and  rest  shall  ye  be  saved;  in 
quietness  and  in  confidence  shall  be  your 
strength.    Isa.  30 :15. 

In  each  event  of  life  how  clear — Thy  ruling  hand 
i  see ! — (Each  blessing  to  my  soul  more  dear— Be- 
cause conferred  by  Thee. — In  every  joy  that  crowns 
my  days, — In  every  pain  I  bear, — iMy  heart  shall  find 
delight  in  praise, — Or  seek  relief  in  prayer. 

We  know  that  to  them  that  love  God  all 
things  work  together  for  good.    Rom.  8  :28. 

O  praise  Jehovah!  Who  ofttimes  hath  signally 
blessed  thee, — ^Showers  of  love  sent  from  heaven 
when  evil  oppressed  thee  : — Trust  in  this  hour — On 
His  omnipotent  power; — Loving  He  hastens  to  meet 
ihee. 


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I3tb  "CDleeli— 5tb  SunSa?  tn  lent 

SUNDAY  31.— Epistle,  Heb.  9:11-15.  Gospel, 
John  8:46-59. 

A  man's  heart  deviseth  his  way;  but  the 
Lord  directeth  his  steps.    Prov.  16  :9. 

The  task  Thy  wisdom  hath  assigned — G  let  me 
-heerfully  fulfil, — In  all  my  works  Thy  presence  find, 
— .^nd  prove  Thy  good  and  perfect  will. 

Him  who  knew  no  sin  He  made  to  be  sin  on 
onr  ibehalf;  that  we  might  become  the  right- 
eousness of  God  in  Him.    2  Cor.  5  :21. 

Thy  works,  not  mine,  O  Christ, — Speak  gladness 
to  this  heart; — They  tell  me  all  is  done; — They  bid 
my  fear  depart : — To  Whom  save  Thee,  Who  canst 
alone — ^For  sin  atone.  Lord,  shall  I  flee? 

MONDAY  22._Ps.  108:1-6,  13,  14.  Gen.  21:1-3, 
8-21. 

The  truth  of  the  Lord  endureth  for  ever. 
Praise  ye  the  Lord.    Ps.  117  :2. 

Eternal  are  Thy  mercies.  Lord ; — Eternal  truth 
attends  Thy  Word ; — Thy  praise  shall  sound  from 
shore  to  shore, — Till  suns  shall  rise  and  set  no 
more. 

The  law  was  given  through  Moses :  grace  and 
truth  came  through  Jesus  Christ.    John  1 :17. 

The  ancient  law  departs, — And  all  its  terrors 
cease;— 'For  Jesus  makes  with  faithful  hearts — A 
covenant  of  peace. 

TUESDAY  23.— 1  Cor.  15:12-28.    Gen.  22:1-8. 

Be  Thou  to  me  a  rock  of  habitation,  where- 
unto  I  may  continually  resort :  Thou  hast  given 


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commandment  to  save  me;  For  Thou  art  my 
rock  and  my  fortress.    Ps.  71:3. 

Rock  of  ages  cleft  for  me, — 'Let  me  hide  myself 
in  Thee. 

"We '  are  perplexed,  yet  not  unto  despair. 
2  Cor.  4 :8. 

Though  distresses  now  attend  thee,— And  thou 
tread  the  thorny  road, — His  right  hand  shall  still  de- 
fend thee,— ^Soon  He'll  bring  thee  home  to  God; — 
Therefore  praise  Him, — Praise  the  dear  Redeemer's 
Name. 

WEDNESDAY  24 — 1  Cor,  15:29-49.  Gen.  22: 
9-19. 

With  Thy  blessing  let  ithe  house  of  Thy  ser- 
vant be  blessed  for  ever.    2  'Sam.  7  :29. 

We  and  our  house  will  serve  Thee,  Lord, — Thy 
word  we  will  obey : — Grant  us  and  all  our  children 
grace, — .In  word  and  deed  Thy  name  to  praise. 

God  has  made  us  accepted  in  the  beloved. 
Ephes.  1:6. 

Finish  then  Thy  new  creation; — Pure  and  sinless 
let  us  be ; — Let  us  see  Thy  great  salvation, — 'Per- 
fectly restored  in  Thee. 

THURSDAY  25— 1  Cor.  -5:50-58.    Gen.  23. 
Verily  Thou  art  a  God  that  hidest  Thyself, 
O  God  of  Israel,  the  Saviour.    Isa.  45  :15. 

Deep  in  unfathomable  mines — Of  never-failing 
skill — He  treasures  up  His  bright  designs, — And 
works  His  sovereign  will. 

'Our  light  affliction,  which  is  for  the  moment, 
worketh  for  us  more  and  more  exceedingly  an 


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eternal  weight  of  glory;  while  we  look  not  at 
the  things  which  are  seen,  but  at  the  things 
which  are  not  seen.    2  'Cor.  4:17,  18. 

Nearer,  my  God,  to  Thee, — Nearer  to  Thee ! — 
E'en  though  it  be  a  cross — That  raiseth  me. 

FRIDAY  36.— 1  Cor.  16.    Gen.  24:1-16. 

If  I  take  the  wings  of  the  morning,  And 
dwell  in  the  uttermost  parts  of  the  sea ;  Even 
there  shall  thy  hand  lead  me,  and  Thy  right 
hand  shall  hold  me.    Ps.  139  :9,  10. 

Thrice  blest  is  he  to  whom  is  given — ^The  instinct 
that  can  tell, — That  God  is  on  the  field,  when  He — 
Is  most  invisible. 

By  the  power  of  God  guarded  through  faith 
unto  a  salvation  ready  to  be  revealed  in  the 
last  time.    1  Pet.  1 :5. 

Lord,  Thou  canst  help  when  earthly  armor  faileth, 
— Lord,  Thou  canst  save  when  deadly  sin  assaileth, — 
Lord,  o'er  Thy  Rock  nor  death  nor  hell  prevaileth  : 
— Grant  us  Thy  peace,  Lord. 

»  SATURDAY  27._Jude  1-5,  20-25.    Zech.  9:8-12. 

0  God,  Thou  hast  taught  me  from  my  youth; 
And  hitherto  have  I  declared  Thy  wondrous 
works.    Ps.  71:17. 

.\  patient,  a  victorious  mind,— That  life  and  all 
things  casts  behind, — Springs  forth  obedient  to  Thy 
call, — A  heart  that  no  desire  can  move, — But  still  to 
adore,  believe,  and  love, — Give  me,  my  Lord,  my 
Life,  my  All. 

Christ  also  suffered  for  our  sins  once,  the 


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righteous  for  the  unrighteous,  that  He  might 
bring  us  to  God.    1  Peter  3  :18. 

Lord  Jesus  Christ,  all  praise  to  Thee, — That  Thou 
didst  deign  a  man  to  be, — And  for  each  soul  which 
Thou  hast  made — ^Hast  an  eternal  ransom  paid. 

Htb  TKfleeh— palm  Sun&as 

SUNDAY  28._Epistle,  Phil.  2:5-11.  Gospel,  Matt. 
21:1-11. 

The  government  shall  be  upon  His  shoulder. 
Isa.  9:6. 

Soon  may  Thy  scepter  .rule,  O  King, — Thy  word 
be  glorified : — And  God,  our  God,  with  blessings 
crown — His  faithful  Church  again, — And  earth's  re- 
motest bounds  shall  own — Him,  Lord  and  God ! 
Amen  ! 

He  who  began  a  good  work  in  you  will  per- 
form it  until  the  day  of  Jesus  Christ.  Phil. 
1:6. 

In  Thy  love  and  knowledge,  gracious  Saviour, — 
May  we  more  and  more  abound. 

MONDAY  29.— Ps.  110.    Gen.  24:17-33. 
Honor  thy  father  and  thy  mother.  Ex. 
20:12. 

Grant  us  and  all  our  children  grace, — So  here  on 
earth  to  run  our  race, — That  we  in  heaven  may  meet, 
and  sing — Eternal  praise  to  Thee,  our  King. 

Love  is  the  fulfilment  of  the  law.  Rom. 
13:10. 

In  one  fraternal  bond  of  love, — One  fellowship  of 
mind, — The  saints  below  and  saints  above — Their 
bliss  and  glory  find. 


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TUESDAY  30.— 2  Cor.  1:1-11.    Gen.  24:34-49. 

He  will  cover  thee  with  His  pinions,  And 
under  His  wings  shalt  thou  take  refuge.  Ps. 
91:4. 

Abide,  our  only  Safety, — Thy  people's  sure  De- 
fence;— No  power  can  withstand  Thee, — Divine  Om- 
nipotence. 

Who  is  he  that  condemneth?  It  is  Christ 
Jesus  that  died,  yea  rather,  that  was  raised 
from  the  dead,  who  is  at  the  right  hand  of  God, 
who  also  maketh  intercession  for  us.  Rom. 
8:34. 

No  condemnation  now  I  dread ; — Jesus,  and  all  in 
Him,  is  mine. 

WEDNESDAY  31.— 2  Cor.  1:12-22.  Gen.  24:50-67. 

Thou  shalt  be  like  a  watered  garden,  and 
like  a  spring  of  water,  whose  waters  fail  not. 
Isa.  58:11. 

The  springs  of  salvation  from  Christ  the  Rock 
bursting, — And  flowing  through  the  wilderness, — 
Refresh  and  enliven  His  heritage  thirsting, — Abund- 
ant are  the  showers  of  grace ; — ^As  rain  overstream- 
ing  the  parched  ground, — With  plenty  now  teeming, 
spreads  verdure  round. 

He  that  eateth  My  flesh  and  drinketh  My 
blood  abideth  in  Me  and  I  in  him.  John  6:56. 

Thou  bruised  and  broken  Bread, — 'My  life-long 
wants  supply; — As  living  souls  are  fed, — O  feed  me 
or  I  die. 


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APRIL 

THURSDAY  1.  Maundy  Thursday.— 2  Cor.  1 : 
32— 2:1L    Ps.  22  1-20. 

Yet"  again  shall  there  he  in  this  place,  which 
is  waste,  without  man  and  without  beast,  and 
in  all  the  cities  thereof,  a  habitation  of  shep- 
herds causing  their  flocks  to  lie  down.  Jer. 
33  :12. 

Though  foes  on  every  side  assail, — This  city  hath 
a  sure  defence; — Against  her  they  shall  ne'er  pre- 
vail,— While  guarded  by  omnipotence. 

My  flesh  is  meat  indeed,  and  My  blood  is 
drink  indeed.   John  6  :55. 

Eat  and  rest  at  this  great  feast; — Then  to  serve 
Him  freely  go. 

FRIDAY  2.  Good  Friday — Heb.  10:1-25.  Is. 
52:13—53:12. 

Noah  did  according  to  all  that  GoA  com- 
manded him.    Gen.  6 :22. 

Be  this  my  one  great  business  here, — With  godly 
jealousy  and  fear, — lEternal  bliss  to  insure; — Thine 
utmost  counsel  to  fulfill — To  suffer  all  Thy  right- 
eous will, — And  steadfast  to  the  end  endure. 

Behold  the  Lamb  of  God,  that  taketh  away 
the  sin  of  the  world.   John  1 :29. 

Lamb  of  God,  Thou  shall  remain  for  ever — Of  our 
songs  the  only  theme : — For  Thy  boundless  love, 
Thy  grace  and  favor, — We  will  praise  Thy  saving 
Name. 


APRIL. 


•53 


©SATlTtDAY  3.-2  Cor.  2:12—3:11.  Ps.  118: 
14-24. 

In  Thy  hand  is  the  soul  of  every  living  thing, 
and  the  breath  of  all  mankind.    Job  12  :10. 

We  are  the  Lord's;  then  let  us  gladly  tender — 
Cur  souls  to  Him,  in  deeds,  not  empty  words; — 
Let  heart  and  tongue,  and  life  combine  to  render — 
Xo  doubtful  witness  that  we  are  the  Lord's. 

He  shall  fashion  anew  the  body  of  our  hu- 
miliation, that  it  may  be  conformed  to  the 
body  of  His  glory,  according  to  the  working 
whereby  He  is  able  even  to  subject  all  things 
unto  Himself.    Phil.  3:21. 

They  are  not  tasting  death,  but  taking  rest — On 
the  same  holy  couch  where  Jesus  lay, — Soon  to  awake 
all  glorified  and  blest, — When  day  has  broke  and 
shadows  fled  away. 

I5tb  TRUecIi— Eaeter  SunCag 

SUNDAY  4.— 1  Cor.  15:12-20.    Matt.  28:1-10. 

As  for  His  generation,  who  among  them  con- 
sidered that  He  was  cut  off  out  of  the  land  of 
the  living  for  the  transgression  of  my  people 
to  whom  the  stroke  was  due  ?   Isa.  53  :8. 

Hail,  Lamb  once  slain,  Thy  precious  blood — Hath 
brought  us  sinners  nigh  to  God, — Worthy  art  Thou 
alone  : — .\ccept,  O  Lord,  .\ncient  of  days, — Thy  uni- 
versal 'Church's  praise, — ^Here  and  around  Thy  glori- 
ous throne. 

I  am  the  resurrection,  and  the  life :  he  that 
believeth  on  me,  though  he  die,  yet  shall  he 
live.    John  11:25. 

Jesus  lives !  and  death  is  now, — But  my  entrance 


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into  glory; — 'Courage,  then,  my  soul,  for  thou — Hast 
a  crown  of  life  before  thee; — Thou  shalt  find,  thy 
hopes  were  just — Jesus  is  my  hope  and  trust. 

MONDAY  5.— Acts  10:31-41.    Luke  24  13-35. 
May  Thine  eyes  be  open  toward  this  house 
night  and  day,  even  toward  the  place  whereof 
Thou  hast  said,   My   name   shall   be  there. 
1  Kings  8:29. 

Lord,  come  dwell  within  us, — While  on  earth  we 
tarry  ; — ^Make  us  Thy  blest  sanctuary  : — Oh,  vouch- 
safe Thy  presence; — Draw  unto  us  nearer, — And  re- 
veal Thyself  still  clearer. 

He  is  the  beginning,  the  firstborn  from  the 
dead ;  that  in  all  things  he  might  have  the  pre- 
eminence.   Ool.  1 :18. 

He  sits  at  God's  right  hand — Till  all  His  foes  sub- 
mit,— And  bow  to  His  command, — And  fall  beneath 
His  feet. — Lift  up  your  heart,  lift  up  your  voice; — 
Rejoice  again,  ye  saints,  rejoice. 

TUESDAY  6.-2  Cor.  3:12—4:6.    Gen.  27:1-13. 

And  there  shall  be  a  pavilion  for  a  shade  in 
the  day-time  from  the  heat,  and  for  a  refuge 
and  fo/  a  covert  from  storm  and  from  raan. 
Isa.  4:6. 

Other  refuge  have  I  none ; — Hangs  my  helpless 
soul  on  Thee. 

Christ  died  for  all  that  they  that  live  should 
no  longer  live  unto  themselves,  but  unto  Him 
■vvho  for  their  sakes  died  and  rose  again.  2  Cor. 
5:15. 

With  new  grace,  dear  Lord  array  me, — And  from 


APSIL. 


So 


strength  to  strength  convey  me; — For  Thy  service 
make  me  ready, — ^Sanctify  .both  soul  and  body. 

AVEDNESDAY  7.-2  Cor.  4  7-18.    Gen.  27:14-29. 

Lift  up  thine  eyes  round  about,  and  behold : 
all  these  gather  themselves  together,  and  come 
to  thee.  As  I  live,  saith  the  Lord,  thou  shalt 
surely  clothe  thee  with  them  all  as  with  an  or- 
nament, and  gird  thyself  with  them,  like  a 
bride.    Isa.  49:18. 

Kings  shall  fall  down  before  Him, — And  gold  and 
incense  bring: — ■.'\11  nations  shall  adore  Him;— His 
praise  all  people  sing; — For  He  shall  have  dominion 
— ^O'er  river,  sea,  and  shore, — Far  as  the  eagle's 
pinion — Or  dove's  light  wing  can  soar. 

I  know  Him  whom  I  have  believed,  and  I 
am  persuaded  that  He  is  able  to  guard  that 
which  I  have  committed  unto  Him  against  that 
day.    2  Tim.  1:12. 

The  soul  that  on  Jesus  hath  leaned  for  repose — 
I  will  not,  I  will  not  desert  to  His  foes; — That  soul, 
though  all  hell  should  endeavor  to  shake, — I'll  never, 
no  never,  no  never  forsake. 

THURSDAY  8.-2  Cor.  5:1-10.    Gen.  27:30-40. 

Wherefore,  do  ye  spend  money  for  that 
which  is  not  bread?  and  your  labor  for  that 
which  satisfieth  not?  hearken  diligently  unto 
me,  and  eat  ye  that  which  is  good.    Isa.  55  :2. 

Ho !  ye  needy,  come  and  welcome, — God's  free 
bounty  glorify. 

We  walk  by  faith  and  not  by  sight.  2  Cor. 
5:7. 


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We  walk  by  faith  of  joys  to  come, — Faith  lives 
upon  His  word. 

FRIDAY  9.-2  Cor.  5:11-21.  Gen.  27:4-45  ;  28: 
1-5. 

Let 'thy  hand  be  upon  the  man  of  thy  right 
hand,  Upon  the  son  of  man  whom  thou  mad- 
est  strong  for  thyself.    Ps.  80:17. 

It  is  God;  His  love  looks  mighty, — But  is  mightier 
than  it  seems : — 'Tis  our  Father :  and  His  fondness 
— Goes  far  out  beyond  our  dreams. — There's  a  wide- 
ness  in  God's  mercy-^Like  the  wideness  of  the  sea; 
— There's  a  kindness  in  His  justice — Which  is  more 
than  liberty. 

Peace  be  unto  you  and  all  that  are  in  Christ. 

1  Pet.  5:14. 

Peace,  perfect  peace,  in  this  dark  world  of  sin? — 
The  Wood  of  Jesus  whispers  peace  within. — Peace, 
perfect  peace,  by  thronging  duties  pressed? — To  do 
the  will  of  Jesus,  this  is  rest. 

SATURDAY  10— 2  Cor.  6:1-10.    Gen.  28:10-22. 

Only  hearken  thou  diligently  unto  the  voice 
of  the  Lord  thy  God,  to  observe  to  do  all  this 
commandment  which  I  command  thee  this  day. 
Deut.  13:5. 

Teach  me  to  do  the  thing  that  pleaseth  Thee; — 
Thou  art  my  God,  in  Thee  U  live  and  move. 

If  a  man  contend  in  the  games,  he  is  not 
crowned,  except  he  have  contended  lawfully. 

2  Tim.  2:5. 

Help  me  ever  to  maintain — A  profession  free  from 
stain, — That  my  sole  reproach  may  be — Following 
Christ  and  fearing  Thee. 


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I6tb  mceh— I0t  SunOas  after  Easter 

€  SUNDAY  11.— Epistle,  1  John  5:4-12.  John  20: 
19-31. 

Lo  this  is  our  God ;  we  have  waited  for  Him, 
and  He  will  save  us.    Isa.  25  :9. 

0  God,  in  Whom  our  trust  we  place, — We  thank 
Thee  for  Thy  word  of  grace ; — Help  us  its  precepts 
to  obey, — Till  we  shall  live  in  endless  day. 

Except  one  be  born  anew,  he  cannot  see  the 
kingdom  of  God.    John  3 :3. 

Holy  Spirit,  strong  and  mighty, — Thou  Who  mak- 
est  all  things  new, — Make  Thy  work  within  me  per- 
fect;— Help  me  by  Thy  Word  so  true. 

MONDAY  12._Ps.  111.    Gen.  32:1-14. 

The  Lord  confirmeth  the  word  of  His  ser- 
vant, and  performeth  the  counsel  of  His  mes- 
sengers.   Isa.  44 :26. 

Within  Thy  temple  where  they  stand, — To  teach 
the  truth  as  taught  by  Thee. — Saviour !  like  stars  in 
Thy  right  hand, — The  angels  of  the  churches  be. 

Love  not  the  world,  neither  the  things  that 
are  in  the  world.  If  any  man  love  the  world, 
the  love  of  the  Father  is  not  in  him.  1  John 
2:15. 

1  all  on  earth  forsake, — Its  wisdom,  fame,  and 
power, — And  Him  my  only  Portion  make, — My 
Shield  and  Tower. 

TUESDAY  13.— 2  Cor.  6:11—7:1.  Gen.  32:22-32. 
I  am  the  Lord  thy  God ;  and  thou  shalt  know 


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no  god  but  me,  and  besides  me  there  is  no  Sav- 
iour.   Hosea  13  :4. 

In  Thee  I  live,  and  move  and  am  ; — Thou  num- 
ber'st  all  my  days : — As  Thou  renew'st  my  being, 
Lord,->-Let  me  renew  Thy  praise. 

As  therefore  ye  received  Christ  Jesus  the 
Lord,  so  walk  in  Him.    Col.  2  :6. 

Oh,  that  we,  Thy  truth  confessing,— And  Thy  holy 
word  possessing.^Jesus,  may  Thy  love  show  forth. 

WEDNESDAY  14._2  Cor.  7:2-16.    Gen.  33. 

I  will  make  that  which  was  lame  a  remnant, 
and  that  which  was  cast  far  off  a  strong  na- 
tion :  and  the  Lord  will  reign  over  them  in 
Mount  Zion  from  henceforth  even  for  ever. 
Micah  4:7. 

For  not  like  kingdoms  of  the  world — Thy  holy 
church,  O  God ! — Though  earthquake  shocks  are 
threat'ning  her, — .\nd  tempests  are  abroad: — Un- 
shaken as  eternal  hills, — Immovable  she  stands, — A 
mountain  that  shall  fill  the  earth, — A  house  not  made 
by  hands. 

Like  as  he  who  called  you  is  holy,  be  ye  your- 
selves also  holy  in  all  manner  of  living.  1  Pe- 
ter 1 :15. 

Grant  us,  dear  Lord,  from  evil  ways — True  abso- 
lution and  release  ;— .^nd  bless  us  more  than  in  past 
days — With  purity  and  inward  peace. 

THURSDAY  15.— 2  Cor.  8:1-13.    Gen.  35:1-15. 

I  am  the  Lord  thy  God,  the  Holy  One  of 
Israel,  thy  Saviour.    Isa.  43  :3. 


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Ah,  yield  Him  all;  in  Him  confide; — Where  but 
with  Him  doth  peace  abide? — Break  loose,  let  earthly 
bonds  be  riven, — And  let  the  spirit  rise  to  heaven  ! 

If  any  man  is  in  Christ,  he  is  a  new  creature. 
2  Cor.  5:17. 

\\'ith  new  grace,  dear  Lord,  array  me, — -And  from 
strength  to  strength  convey  me ; — For  Thy  service 
make  me  ready, — Sanctify  both  soul  and  body. 

FRIDAY  16.— 2  Cor.  8:14-24.    Exod.  12:1-14. 

Xow-  it  is  in  my  heart  to  make  a  covenant 
with  the  Lord.    2'Chron.  29:10. 

To  Christ  we  homage  pay; — We  covenant  this 
day, — Him  to  serve  with  all  our  strength; — Him  to 
love  with  all  our  heart; — Him  to  follow,  till  at 
length — We  obtain  in  heaven  our  part. 

Thev  that  are  of  Christ  Jesus  have  crucified 
the  flesh  with  the  passions  and  the  lusts  there- 
of.   Gal.  5:24. 

Blessed  Jesus,  we  implore  Thee, — Let  us,  cleansed 
and  purified, — Walk  in  grace  and  truth  before  Thee, 
— And  in  Thee  by  faith  abide; — Sanctified — Both  in 
body  and  in  mind. 

SATURDAY  17.— 2  Cor.  9.    Ps.  23. 
The  Lord  said  unto  Moses,  Make  thee  a  fiery 
serpent,  and  set  it  upon  a  standard :  and  it 
shall  come  to  pass,  that  every  one  that  is  bitten, 
when  he  seeth  it,  shall  live.    Xum.  21:8. 

Heal  me,  O  my  Saviour,  heal ; — Heal  me,  as  I 
suppliant  kneel ; — Heal  me,  and  my  pardon  seal. 

He  that  believeth  on  the  Son  hath  eternal 
life.    John  3:36. 


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APRIL. 


It  is  the  voice  of  Jesus  that  I  hear, — His  are  the 
hands  stretched  out  to  draw  me  near, — And  His  the 
blood  that  can  for  all  atone, — And  set  -me  faultless 
there  before  the  throne. 

'  I7tb  "CWccft— 2n0  Sun&ag  after  jCastet 

©SUNDAY  18„EpistIe,  1  Peter  2:19-25.  Gospel, 
John  10:11-16. 

In  peace  will  I  both  lay  me  down  and  sleep; 
For  Thou,  Lord,  alone  makest  me  dwell  in 
safety.    Ps.  4:8. 

Peace,  perfect  peace,  our  future  all  unknown? — 
Jesus  we  know,  and  He  is  on  the  throne. 

He  that  hath  the  iSon  hath  the  life ;  he  that 
hath  not  the  Son  of  God  hath  not  the  life. 

1  John  5  :12. 

Oh,  happy  day !  that  fixed  my  choice — On  Thee, 
my  Saviour  and  my  God ; — Well  may  this  glowing 
heart  rejoice, — And  tell  its  raptures  all  abroad. 

MONDAY  ie._Ps.  112.    Exod.  12:15-28. 
In  the  sweat  of  thy  face  shalt  thou  eat  bread, 
till  thou  return  unto  the  ground;  for  out  of  it 
wast  thou  taken:  for  dust  thou  art,  and  unto 
dust  shalt  thou  return.    Gen.  3 :19. 

Thine  is  the  loom,  the  forge,  the  mart, — The 
wealth  of  land  and  sea; — The  worlds  of  science  and 
of  art, — Revealed  and  ruled  by  Thee. — Then  let  us 
prove  our  heavenly  birth — In  all  we  do  and  know; — 
And  claim  the  kingdom  of  the  earth — For  Thee,  and 
not  Thy  foe. 

If  any  will  not  work,  neither  let  him  eat. 

2  Thess.  3:10. 


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Give  every  flying  minute — Something  to  keep  in 
store  : — Work,  for  the  night  is  coming, — When  man 
can  work  no  more. 

TUESDAY  20.— 2  Cor.  11:16-33.    Exod.  24. 

Many  a  time  have  they  afflicted  me  from  my 
youth  up :  Yet  they  have  not  prevailed  against 
me.    Ps.  129  :2. 

Lord!  if  Thine  arm  support  us  still — With  its 
eternal  strength, — We  shall  o'ercorpj  the  mightiest 
ill, — And  conquerors  prove  at  length. 

Thanks  be  unto  God,  Who  always  leadeth  us 
in  triumiph  in  Christ.    2  Cor.  2  :14. 

Amen,  Lord  Jesus,  grant  our  prayer ! — Great  Cap- 
tain, now  Thine  arm  make  bare, — Fight  for  us  once 
again  !-^So  shall  Thy  saints  and  martrys  raise — A 
mighty  chorus  to  Thy  praise, — World  without  end  : 
Amen  ! 

AVEDNESDAY  21.-2  Cor.  12:1-10.  Levit.  16: 
1-17. 

I  will  make  an  everlasting  covenant  witli  you, 
even  the  sure  mercies  of  David.    Isa.  55  :3. 

My  God !  the  covenant  of  Thy  love — Abides  for 
ever  sure; — .'^nd  in  its  matchless  grace  I  feel — My 
happiness  secure. 

God  is  able  to  make  all  grace  abound  unto 
you.    2  Cor.  9  :8. 

Saviour,  now  for  strength  we  plead, — In  Thy  love 
together  banded, — To  advance  where  Thou  dost 
lead — Doing  what  Thou  hast  commanded  : — Heart 
and  hand  we  pledge  Thee  here, — Give  us  grace  to 
persevere. 


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APRIL. 


THURSDAY  22.-2  Cor.  13.    Num.  6 :22-27. 

Thou  art  my  hiding-place ;  thou  wilt  preserve 
me  from  trouble ;  Thou  wilt  compass  me  about 
with  songs  of  deliverance.    Ps.  32  :7. 

God  Whom  we  serve,  our  God,  can  save, — Can 
damp  the  scorching  flame, — Carl  build  an  ark,  can 
smooth  the  wave, — ^For  such  as  love  His  Name. 

Greater  is  He  that  is  in  you  than  he  that  is 
in  the  world.    1  John  4:4. 

Inspirer  and  Hearer  of  prayer, — Thou  Shepherd 
and  Guardian  of  Thine, — ^My  all  to  Thy  covenant 
care — I,  sleeping  and  waking,  resign. 

FRIDAY  23._Gal.  1:1-10.    Num.  21:1-9. 

The  Lord  our  God  be  with  us,  as  He  was 
with  our  fathers:  let  Him  not  leave  us,  nor 
forsake  us;  that  He  may  incline  our  hearts 
unto  Him.    1  Kings  8  :57,  58. 

.A.re  we  but  faithful  midst  our  sadness, — Seek  not 
our  pleasure,  but  His  praise; — He'll  come  before  we 
are  aware, — .^nd  dissipate  our  grief  and  care. 

Walk  in  wisdom  toward  them  that  are  with- 
out, redeeming  the  time.    Col.  4 :5. 

O  teach  us  all  Thy  perfect  will — To  understand 
and  to  fulfill ; — When  human  insight  fails,  give 
lig'ht ; — This  will  direct  our  steps  aright. 

SATURDAY  24.-jGal.  1:11-24.    Isa.  40:26-31. 

He  giveth  power  to  the  faint;  and  to  him 
that  hath  no  might  he  increaseth  strength.  Isa. 
40 :29. 

As  a  little  child  relies — On  a  care  beyond  his  own. 


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— Knows  he's  neither  strong  nor  wise, — Fears  to 
stir  a  step  alone ; — Let  me  thus  with  Thee  abide, — 
As  my  Father,  guard,  and  guide. 

Ye  have  tasted  that  the  Lord  is  gracious. 
1  Peter  2  :3. 

The  Lord  will  grace  and  glory  give — To  those  who 
humbly  seek  His  lace; — We  live  for  glory  while  we 
live, — And  seek  it  in  the  paths  of  grace. — 'For  grace 
is  glory  here  begun, — .And,  till  the  heavenly  prize  is 
won, — The  Christian  finds  through  all  his  race, — 
That  grace  is  glory,  glory  grace. 

I8tb  TlUlceh— 3rD  Sun&ag  after  Easter 

S  SUNDAY  25.— Epistle,  1  Peter  2  11-20.  Gospel, 
John  16:16-23. 

I  have  been  with  thee  whithersoever  thou 
wentest.    2  iSam.  7  :9. 

0  Father,  let  Thy  watchful  eye — Still  look  on  us 
in  love. — That  we  may  praise  Thee  and  adore, — As 
angels  do  above. 

Rejoice  in  the  Lord.    Phil.  3  :1. 

Rejoice,  the  Lord  is  King, — Your  God  and  King 
adore  ! — iMortals,  give  thanks  and  sing, — And  tri- 
umph evermore. 

MONDAY  26.— Ps.  113:1-8.    1  Peter  1:1-12. 

1  will  sins  of  the  lovingkindness  of  the  Lord 
for  ever:  With  my  mouth  will  I  make  known 
Thy  faithfulness  to  all  generations.    Ps.  89  :2. 

Lamb  of  God,  Thou  shalt  remain  for  ever — Of 
our  songs  the  only  theme: — For  Thy  boundless  love, 
Thy  grace  and  favor, — We  will  praise  Thy  saving 
Name. 


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Be  it  far  from  me  to  glory,  save  in  the  cross 
of  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ,  through  which  the 
world  hath  been  crucified  unto  me,  and  I  unto 
the  world.    Gal.  6:14. 

O  cross  that  liftest  up  my  head, — I  dare  not  ask 
to  fly  from  Thee: — I  lay  in  dust  life's  glory  dead, — 
And  from  the  ground  there  blossoms  red — Life  that 
shall  endless  be. 

TUESDAY  27.— Gal.  2:1-14.    1  Peter  1:13-25. 

"Who  hath  ascended  up  into  heaven,  and  de- 
scended? What  is  His  name  and  what  is  His 
Son's  name,  if  thou  knowest?    Prov.  30:4. 

Thou  art  gone  up  on  high ; — But  Thou  shalt  come 
again, — With  all  the  bright  ones  of  the  sky — Attend- 
ant in  Thy  train. — Lord,  by  Thy  saving  power, — So 
make  us  live  and  die, — That  we  may  stand  in  that 
dread  hour — At  Thy  right  hand  on  high. 

Christ  is  the  end  of  the  law  unto  righteous- 
ness t'o  every  one  that  >believeth.    Rom.  10 :4. 

There  is  One  beside  Thy  throne, — .\nd  my  only 
hope  and  plea — Are  in  Him,  and  Him  alone: — God 
be  merciful  to  me ! 

WEDNESDAY  28._Gal.  3:15-21.    1  Pet.  2:1-10.  ' 

0  Thou  my  God,  save  Thy  servant  that  trust- 
eth  in  Thee.'  Ps.  86:2. 

1  am  trusting  Thee,  Lord  Jesus; — Never  let  me 
fall ; — I  am  trusting  Thee  for  ever, — And  for  all. 

Continue  in  the  faith,  grounded  and  sted- 
fast,  and  not  moved  away  from  the  hope  of  the 
gospel  which  ye  heard.    Col.  1 :23. 


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Keep  our  life  and  doctrine  pure, — Keep  us,  pa- 
tient to  endure,— Trusting  in  Thy  promise  sure. 

THURSDAY  29.— Gal.  3:1-14.    1  Peter  2:11-25. 

The  LoKD  is  the  true  Uod;  He  is  the  living 
God  and  an  everlasting  King.    Jer.  10:10. 

Praise  Him  ever, — Bounteous  Giver; — ^Praise  Him, 
Father,  Friend,  and  Lord; — Each  glad  soul  its  free 
course  winging, — Each  glad  voice  its  free  song  sing- 
ing,—Praise  the  great  and  mighty  Lord. 

Christ  is  the  image  of  the  invisible  God,  the 
firstborn  of  all  creation.   Ool.  1 :15. 

O  One  with  God  the  Father — In  majesty  and 
might, — The  brightness  of  His  glory, — Eternal  Light 
of  Light;— The  shadows  flee  before  Thee, — The 
world's  true  Light  art  Thou. 

FRIDAY  30.— Gal.  3:15-29.    1  Peter  3:8-22. 

Woe  unto  them  that  call  evil  good,  and  good 
evil;  that  put  darkness  for  light,  and  light  for 
darkness ;  that  put  bitter  for  sweet,  and  sweet 
for  bitter.    Isa.  5  :20. 

Arm  me  with  jealous  care, — As  in  Thy  sight  to 
live; — And  oh,  Thy  servant.  Lord,  prepare, — The 
strict  account  to  give. 

The  peace  of  God,  which  passeth  all  under- 
standing, shall  guard  your  hearts  and  your 
thoughts  in  'Christ  Jesus.    1  Thess.  2  :23. 

The  peace  which  God  alone  reveals, — And  by  His 
word  of  grace  imparts, — Which  only  the  believer 
feels, — Direct,  and  keep,  and  cheer  our  hearts ! 


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MAY 

SATURDAY  l.-Gal.  4:1-20.    Ps.  98. 

Look  down  from  Thy  holy  habitation,  from 
heaven,  and  bless  Thy  people  Israel.  Deut. 
26:15. 

O  Lord  our  Righteousness, — 'T  is  Thy  delight  to 
bless; — We  desire  it. 

Ye  come  behind  in  no  gift;  waiting  for  the 
revelation  of  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ.  1  Cor. 
1:7. 

Give  us  Faith  to  trust  Thee,  wholly ; — Hope,  to 
stay  our  soul  on  Thee: — But,  oh, — best  of  all  Thy 
graces, — Give  us  Thine  own  Charity. 

I9tb  "Meeh— 4tb  Sun^al^  after  Basret 

©SUNDAY  2,— Epistle,  James  1:17-21.  Gospel. 
John  16:5-15. 

The  ransomed  of  the  Lord  shall  return,  and 
come  with  singing  unto  Zion;  and  everlasting 
joy  shall  be  upon  their  heads :  and  they  shall 
obtain  gladness  and  joy,  and  sorrow  and  sigh- 
ing shall  flee  away.    Isa.  35  :10. 

O  what  praise  in  highest  strain — By  the  ransomed 
host  in  heaven — Will  be  given — To  Him,  Who 
brought  us  to  God — By  His  blood, — When  of  every 
tongue  and  nation — There  will  be  with  exultation — 
But  one  flock  and  Shepherd  known. 

Let  the  word  of  Christ  dwell  in  you  richly; 
in  all  wisdom  teaching  and  admonishing  one 
another  with  psalms  and  hymns  and  spiritual 
songs,  singing  with  grace  in  your  hearts.  CoL 
3:16. 


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Lord,  our  God, — 'May  Thy  precious  saving  word, — 
Till  our  race  is  here  completed, — Light  unto  our  path 
afford. 

MONDAY  3.— Ps.  114.    1  Peter  4:1-11. 

The  Lord  vour  God  giveth  you  rest.  Josk- 
1:13. 

0  sweet  aiTiticipation  ! — It  cheers  the  watchers  on, — 
To  pray,  and  hope,  and  labor, — Till  the  dark  night 
be  gone. 

Whatsoever  a  man  soweth,  that  shall  he  also 
reap.    Gal.  6:7. 

My  soul,  be  on  thy  guard, — Ten  thousand  foes 
arise ; — The  hosts  of  sin  are  pressing  hard — To  draw 
thee  from  the  skies. 

TUESDAY  4._GaI.  5:1-10.    1  Peter  4:12-19. 

1  will  sing  unto  the  Lord,  because  He  hath 
dealt  bountifully  with  me.   Ps.  13  :6. 

He  pardons  all  thy  sins; — Prolongs  thy  feeble 
health; — He  healeth  thine  intirmiities, — And  ransoms 
thee  from  death. — He  clothes  thee  with  His  love;  — 
Upholds  thee  with  His  truth ; — .\nd  like  the  eagle 
He  renews — The  vigor  of  ithy  youth. 

And  the  God  of  peace  himself  sanctify  you 
wholly ;  and  may  your  spirit  and  soul  and  body 
be  preserved  entire,  without  blame  at  the  com- 
ing of  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ.    1  Thess.  5  :23. 

Thou  Who  hast  saved  my  soul  from  condemnation, 
— Redeem  it  also  from  the  power  of  sin, — Be  Thou 
the  Captain  still  of  my  salvation, — Through  Whom 
alone  I  can  the  victory  win. 


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MAY. 


WTEDNESDAY  5 — Gal.  5:11-26.    1  Peter  5:1-11. 

With  my  soul  have  I  desired  Thee  in  the 
night;  yea,  with  my  spirit  within  me  will  I 
seek  Thee  earnestly.    Isa.  26  :9. 

More  of  Thyself,  oh,  show  me  hour  by  hour, — 
More  of  Thy  glory,  O  my  God  and  Lord; — 'More 
of  Thyself  in  all  Thy  grace  and  power, — 'More  of 
Thy  love  and  truth.  Incarnate  Word! 

It  is  no  longer  I  that  live,  'hut  Christ  liveth 
in  me.    Oal.  2:20. 

O  'teach  us  Lord,  to  know  and  own — This  won- 
drous mystery, — That  Thou  with  us  art  truly  one, — 
And  we  are  one  with  Thee. 

THURSDAY  6.— Gal.  6:1-8.    John  5:1-16. 
They  shall  be  My  people,  and  I  will  be  their 
God ;  for  they  shall  return  unto  Me  with  their 
whole  heart.    Jer.  24:7. 

We  are  the  Lord's ;  then  let  us  gladly  tender — 
Our  souls  to  Him,  in  deeds,  not  empty  words; — Let 
heart  and  tongue,  and  life  combine  to  render — ^No 
dout^tful  witness  that  we  are  the  Lord's. 

This  is  the  promise  which  He  promised  us, 
even  the  life  eternal.    1  John  2  :25. 

My  God !  the  covenant  of  Thy  love — .Mbides  for 
ever  sure  ; — And  in  ks  matchless  grace  I  feel — My 
happiness  secure. 

FRIDAY  7.— Gal.  6:9-18.    John  5:17-29. 
Thy  lovingkindness  is  before  mine  eyes ;  and 
I  have  walked  in  Thy  truth.    Ps.  26:3. 

In  each  event  of  life  how  clear — Thy  ruling  hand 
I  see ! — Each  blessing  to  my  soul  more  dear — Be- 


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cause  conferred  by  The«. — In  every  joy  that  crowns 
my  days, — In  every  pain  I  bear, — My  heart  shall  find 
delight  in  praise, — Or  seek  relief  in  prayer. 

As  many  as  are  led  by  the  Spirit  of  God, 
these  are  the  sons  of  God.    Rom.  8  :14. 

Come,  ever-blessed  Spirit,  come, — And  make  Thy 
servants'  hearts  Thy  home; — May  each  a  living 
temple  be — Hallowed  forever,  Lord,  to  Thee; — .En- 
rich that  temple's  holy  shrine — With  sevenfold  gifts 
of  grace  divine, — With  wisdom,  light  and  knowledge, 
bless — Strength,  counsel,  fear  and  godliness. 

SATURDAY  8 — Eph.  1:1-14.    Isa.  55:6-11. 

Blessed  is  the  people  that  know  the  joyful 
sound :  They  walk,  O  Lord,  in  the  light  of  Thy 
countenance. 

■  Enter  His  gates  with  thankful  songs, — And  in  His 
courts  your  voices  raise : — Let  earth  with  her  ten 
thousand  tongues, — Sound  forth,  Almighty  Lord, 
Thy  praise. 

While  ye  have  the  light,  believe  on  the  light, 
that  ye  may  become  sons  of  light.   John  12  :36. 

The  light  of  truth  to  me  display, — .And  make  me 
know  and  choose  Thy  way; — Plant  holy  fear  within 
my  heart, — That  I  from  Thee  may  ne'er  depart. 

20tb  "flDleeh— 5tb  SunDa?  after. Easter 

SUNDAY  9.— Epistle,  Jas.  1 :22-27.  Gospel,  John 
16  -.23-30. 

God  is  very  terrible  in  the  council  of  the 
holy  ones,  And  to  be  feared  above  all  them  that 
are  round  about  Him.    Ps.  89  :7. 


Holy,    inviolate    Thy    fear, — Enduring    as  Thy 


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throne; — Thy  judgments,  chastening  or  severe, — 
Justice  and  truth  alone. 

With  all  prayer  and  supplication  pray  at  all 
seasons  in  the  Spirit,  and  watch  thereunto  in 
all  perseverance,  and  supplication  for  all  the 
saints.    Eph.  6:18. 

Lord,  teach  us  how  to  pray  aright: — With  rever- 
ence and  with  fear : — Though  dust  and  ashes  in  Th  / 
sight, — We  may,  we  must  draw  near. 

MONDAY  10._Ps.  115.    John  5:30-47. 

For  mino  iniquities  are  gone  over  my  head: 
As  a  heavy  burden  they  are  too  heavy  for  me. 
Ps.  38:5.  ' 

Thy  grace  alone,  O  God, — To  me  can  pardon 
speak, — Thy  power  alone,  C  Son  of  God, — Can  this 
sore  bondage  break. 

Through  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ  we  have  bold- 
ness and  access  in  confidence  through  our  faith 
in  Him.    Ephes.  3  :12. 

I  need  no  other  plea — With  which  to  approach  my 
God, — Than  His  own  mercy,  boundless,  free, — 
Through  Christ  on  man  bestowed. 

C  TUESDAY  11.— Ephes.  1:^5-23.    John  6:22-33. 

But  who  can  abide  the  day  of  His  coming? 
and  who  shall  stand  when  He  appeareth?  fo>r 
He  is  like  a  refiner's  fire,  and  like  fullers'  soap. 
Mai.  3  :2. 

Judge  me  now,  my  God  and  Saviour, — Even  be- 
fore the  judgment-day; — Then  to  me,  my  King,  Thy 
favor — Through  eternity  display. 


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IBj  grace  ye  have  been  saved  through  faith, 
and  that  not  of  yourselves.   Ephes.  2  :8. 

O  may  we  constantly — Look  up  by  faith  to  Thee, 
— ^Gracious  Saviour; — And  daily  prove — That  Thou 
art  love. 

WEDNESDAY  12,  Memorial  Day — Ephes.  2: 
1-10.    John  6:34-50. 

All  we  like  sheep  have  gone  astray ;  we  have 
turned  every  one  to  his  own  way ;  and  the  Lord 
tath  laid  on  Him  the  iniquity  of  us  all.  Isa. 
53  :6. 

The  holy,  meek,  unspotted  Lamb, — Who  from  the 
Father's  bosom  came, — Who  died  for  me,  even  me, 
to  atone, — Now  for  my  Lord  and  God  I  own. 

Other  foundation  can  no  man  lay  than  that 
■which  is  laid,  which  is  Jesus  Christ.  1  Cor. 
3:11. 

Therefore  my  hope  is  in  His  grace. — And  not  ir. 
my  own  merit; — On  Him  my  confidence  I  place, — 
Instructed  by  His  Spirit: — His  precious  word  hath 
promised  me — ^He  will  my  Joy  and  Comfort' be: — 
Thereon  is  my  reliance. 

THURSDAY  13.    Ascension  Dav  Acts  1:1-11. 

Mark  16:14-20. 

O  magnify  the  Lord  with  me,  and  let  us 
exalt  His  name  together.    Ps.  34  :3. 

O  praise  Jehovah  !  Who  ofttimes  hath —  signally 
blest  thee, — Showers  of  love  sent  from  heaven  when 
evil  oppressed  thee. 

Our  citizenship  is  in  heaven;  whence  also  we 


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O  love  beyond  all  telling, — That  led  Thee  to  em- 
brace,— ^In  love  all  love  excelling, — Our  lost  and 
fallen  race ! 

Behold  what  manner  of  love  the  Father  hath 
bestowed  upon  us,  that  we  should  be  called 
children  of  God;  and  such  we  are.   1  John  3:1. 

Christ  calls  us  brethren,  not  ashamed — To  bear 
our  human  nature; — Yea,  heirs  of  life  we  now  are 
named, — Joint-heirs  with  our  Creator: — He  ever 
lives  our  cause  to  plead, — Grants  help  in  every  time 
of  need;— Praise  to  His  Name  for  ever. 

WEDNESDAY  19 — Ephes.  4:1-16.  Joel  2:18— 
3:5. 

Sing,  O  heavens ;  and  be  joyful,  O  earth ; 
and  break  forth  into  singing,  O  mountains ;  for 
the  Lord  hath  comforted  His  people,  and  will 
have  compassion  upon  His  afflicted.   Isa.  49  :13. 

He  helped  His  saints  in  ancient  days, — ^Who  trust- 
ed in  His  name; — And  we  can  witness,  to  His  praise, 
—His  Ipve  is  still  th?  same. 

Put  ,ye  on  the  Lord  Jesus  Christ.  Rom. 
13:14.: 

Thy  way  is  holy.  Christians  true — Alone  may  walk 
therein, — Who  through  Thy  powerful  grace  subdue, 
— The  world,  and  flesh,  and  sin. 

THURSDAY  30._'Ephes.  4:17-32.    Luke  7:36-50. 

■  To  the;  Lord  our  G-od  belong  mercies  and  for- 
giveness '  Dan.  9  :9.  - 

'Twas  He  who  found  me  on  the  deathly  wild, — 
And  made  me  heir  of  heaven,  the  Fathar/s  -child,^ 
And  day  . by  day,  .whereby  my  soul  may  live, — Gives 
•irie- Hi^'irace  of  pardon,  .and.  :*rin  give.       -iu  . 


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The  gifts  and  calling  of  God  are  not  repented 
of.    Rom.  11:29. 

We  are  the  Lord's;  His  all-sufficient  merit, — 
Sealed  on  the  Cross,  to  us  this  grace  accords ; — We 
are  the  Lord's,  and  all  things  shall  inherit : — Wheth- 
er we  live  or  die,  we  are  the  Lord's. 

FRIDAY  31._Ephes.  Srl-M.    Luke  9:51-62. 
"What  time  I  am  afraid,  I  will  put  mv  trust 
in  Thee.    Ps.  56:3. 

O  Holy  Saviour!  Friend  unseen, — Since  on  Thine 
arm  Thou  bidd'st  me  lean, — Help  me,  throughout 
life's  changing  scene — ^By  faith  to  look  to  Thee. 

Count  it  all  joy,  my  brethren,  when  ye  fall 
into  manifold  temptations;  knowing  that  the 
proving  of  TOur  faith  worketh  patience.  James 
1 :2,  3. 

Griefs  of  God's  sending — Soon  have  an  ending; — 
Clouds  may  be  pouring, — Wind  and  wave  roaring, — 
Sunshine  will  come  when  the  tempest  has  passed. 

SATLTRDAY  22._Ephes.  5:15-33.  Ezek.  36: 
22-28. 

Put  not  your  trust  in  princes,  nor  in  the  son 
of  man,  in  whom  there  is  no  help.   Ps.  146:3. 

In  Thee  I  place  my  trust,^Cn  Thee  I  calmly  rest. 

Blessed  be  the  God  and  Father  of  our  Lord 
Jesus  Ohrist,  the  Father  of  mercies  and  God 
of  all  comfort-  who  eomforteth  us  in  all  our 
afflictions.    2  Cor.  1 :3,  4. 

Thou  knowest.  Lord,  the  weariness  and  sorrow — 
Of  the  sad  heart  that  comes  to  Thee  for  rest; — 
Cares  of  to-day,  and  burdens  for  to-morrow, — Bless- 


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ings  implored,  and  sins  to  be  confessed; — We  come 
before  Thee  at  Thy  gracious  word, — And  lay  them 
at  Thy  feet :  Thou  knowest,  Lord. 

22n&  TKfleeft— HflbiteSunOaie 

SUNDAY  23— Epistle,  Acts  2:1-13.  Gospel,  John 
14:15-31. 

They  that  are  wise  shall  shine  as  the  brignc- 
ness  of  'the  firmament ;  and  they  that  turn  many 
to  righteousness  as  the  stars  for  ever  and  ever. 
Dan.  12:3. 

Jesus,  in  mercy  bring  us — To  that  dear  land  of 
rest ; — Who  art,  with  God  the  Father, — And  Spirit, 
ever  blest. 

Ye  received  not  the  spirit  of  bondage  again 
unto  fear;  but  ye  received  the  spirit  of  adop- 
tion, where.by  we  cry,  Abba,  Father.  Rom. 
8:15. 

Children  of  lig'ht,  arise  and  shine! — Your  birth, 
your  hopes,  are  all  divine, — Your  home  is  in  the 
skies. 

»  MONDAY  24._John  3:16-21.    Acts  10:42-48. 

The  Lord  put  forth  His  hand,  and  touched 
my  mouth ;  and  the  iLord  said  unto  me,  Behold, 
I  have  put  My  words  in  thy  mouth.    Jer.  1  9. 

Haste,  O  haste !  and  spread  the  tidings — Wide  to 
earth's  remotest  strand ; — Let  no  brother's  bitter 
chidings — Rise  against  us  when  we  stand — In  the 
judgment, — ^From  some  far,  forgotten  land. 

Know  ye  not  th^at  ye  are  a  temple  of  God, 
and  that  the  Spirit  of  God  dwelleth  in  you? 
1  Cor.  3:16. 


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Make  me  Thine  abode, — A  temple  of  God,— A 
vessel  of  grace, — Prepared  for  Thy  service,  and 
fcriiied  to  Thy  praise. 

TITESDAY  35.— Ephes.  6:1-9.    Luke  10:1-16. 

The  Lord  saith  unto  my  Lord,  Sit  Thou  at 
My  right  hand,  Until  I  make  Thine  enemies 
thy  footstool.    Ps.  110:1. 

Jesus  shall  reign  where'er  the  sun — Doth  his  suc- 
cessive journeys  run; — His  Kingdom  stretch  from 
shore  to  shore, — Till  moons  shall  wax  and  wane  no 
more. 

Wherefore  also  God  highly  exalted  Him, 
and  gave  unto  Him  the  name  which  is  above 
every  name ;  that  in  the  name  of  Jesus  every 
knee  should  bow,  of  things  in  heaven  and 
things  on  earth  and  things  under  the  earth. 
Phil.  2:9,  10. 

Let  every  tribe  and  every  tongue — That  hear  the 
Saviour's  call, — 'Now  shout  in  universal  song — And 
crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

M-EDXESDAY  26.^Ephes.  6:10-24.  Luke  10: 
17-24. 

In  my  wrath  I  smote  thee,  but  in  my  favor 
have  I  had  mercy  on  ihee.    Isa.  60 :10. 

In  the  furnace  God  may  prove  thee, — Thence  to 
bring  thee  forth  more  bright, — But  can  never  cease 
to  love  thee; — Thou  art  precious  in  His  sight. 

We  are  justified  freely  by  His  grace  through 
the  redemption  that  is  in  Christ  Jesus.  Rom. 
3  :24. 

A  cheerful    confidence    I    feel, — My  well-placed 


78 


MAY. 


hopes  with  joy  I  see; — .My  bosom  glows  with  heav- 
enly zeal, — To  worship  Him  Who  died  for  me. 

THUBSDAY  37.— Philemon.    Luke  10:25-42. 
Come  and  hear,  all  ye  that  fear  God,  And  I 
wiill  declare  what  He  hath  done  for  my  soul. 
Ps.  66:16. 

Praise  the  Lord,  His  glories  show, — Saints  within 
His  courts  below, — Angels  round  His  throne  above, 
— All  that  see  and  share  His  love! 

For  this  cause  I  obtained  mercy,  that  in  me 
as  chief  might  Jesus  Christ  show  forth  all  His 
longsuffering,  for  an  ensample  of  them  that 
should  thereafter  believe  on  Him  unto  eternal 
life.    1  Tim.  1:16. 

We  for  Christ,  our  Master,  stand, — Lights  in  a  be- 
nig'hted  land- — We  our  dying  Lord  confess; — We 
are  Jesus'  witnesses. 

FRIDAY  28.-2  Sam.  1:1-16.    Luke  11:1-13. 

His  goings  forth  are  from  of  old,  from  ever- 
lasting.   Micah  5  :2. 

High  in  the  heavens,  eternal  God, — Thy  goodness 
in  full  glory  shines ; — Thy  truth  shall  break  through 
every  cloud — That  veils  and  darkens  Thy  designs. 

Christ  Jesus  is  our  hope.    1  Tim.  1 :1. 

Jesus,  Thou  art  the  sinner's  Friend, — As  such  I 
look  to  Thee: — iNow,  in  the  fullness  of  Thy  love, — 
O  Lord,  remember  me. 

SATURDAY  29.-2  Sam.  1:17-27.    Isa.  6:1-8.  : 

Ye  shall  be  holy,  for  I  the  Lord  your  God 
am  holy.    Levit.  19  :2  . 


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More  purity  give  me, — More  strength  to  o'ercome; 
— 'More  freedom  from  earth-stains, — 'More  longings 
for  home; — More  fit  for  the  kingdom, — More  used 
would  I  be ; — More  blessed  and  holy, — More,  Sav- 
iour, like  Thee. 

Put  on  the  new  man,  that  after  God  hath 
been  created  in  righteousness  and  holiness  of 
truth.    Ephes.  4:24. 

Draw  me,  O  Father,  to  the  Son, — That  He  may 
draw  me  unto  Thee; — Thy  Spirit  render  me  His 
own, — ^And  rule  without  control  in  me; — Shed  in 
my  heart  Thy  love  abroad, — And  keep  me  in  Thy 
peace,  O  God. 

23r^  TUfleeft— CrinitB  SunOag 

SUNDAY  30.— Epistle,  Rom.  11:33-36.  Gospel, 
John  3:1-15. 

Oh  that  they  were  wise,  that  they  under- 
stood this.  That  they  would  consider  their  lat- 
ter end!    Deut.  32:29. 

We  ask  for  wisdom :  Lord,  impart — The  knowl- 
edge how  to  live. 

Of  Him  and  through  Him  and  to  Him  are 
all  things.    Rom.  11:36. 

Order  my  goings ; — Direct  all  my  doings ; — As  it 
may  please  Thee, — Retain  or  release  me; — All  I  com- 
mit to  Thy  Fatherly  hand. 

MONDAY  31— Ps.  118:1-12.    Luke  11:29-36. 
The  God  of  heaven  shall  set  up  a  kingdom 
which  shall  never  be  destroyed,  nor  shall  tjie 
sovereignty  thereof  be  left  to  another  people; 
but  it  shall  break  in  pieces  and  consume  all 


80  JUNE. 

these  kingdoms,  and  it  shall  stand  for  ever. 
Dan.  2:44. 

Crowns  and  thrones  may  perish, — Kingdoms  rise 
and  wane, — ^But  the  Church  of  Jesus, — Constant  will 
remain; — Gates  of  hell  can  never — 'Gainst  that 
'Church  prevail; — We  have  Christ's  own  promise, — 
And  that  cannot  fail. 

Walk  worthily  of  the  Lord  unto  all  pleas- 
ing, bearing  fruit  in  every  good  work.  Col. 
1:10. 

May  our  light  'fore  men  with  brightness, — From 
Thy  light  reflected,  shine ; — Thus  the  world  will 
bear  us  witness, — That  we,  Lord,  are  truly  Thine. 


JUNE 

©TUESDAY  l._2  Sam.  2:1-10,  3:1,    Luke  12:1-12. 

Have  not  I  commanded  thee  ?  Be  strong  and 
of  good  courage.    Joshua  1 :9. 

Fear  not,  I  am  with  thee.  Oh!  be  not  dismayed; — 
I,  I  am  thy  God,  and  will  still  give  thee  aid; — I'll 
strengthen  thee,  help  thee,  and  cause  thee  to  stand, 
— Upheld  by  My  righteous,  omnipotent  hand. 

Be  ready  always  to  give  answer  to  every 
man  that  asketh  you  a  reason  concerning  the 
hope  that  is  in  you,  yet  with  meekness  and 
fear.    1  Peter  3  :15. 

Here  is  our  hand;  us.  Lord  assist — To  serve  Thee 
midst  reproach  and  shame, — And  Thy  atonement  to 
proclaim, — Until  we  in  Thy  presence  meet. 


JUNE.  81 

WEDNESDAY  2.-2  Sam.  5:1-5;  6:1-11.  Luke 
12:13-21. 

Neither  let  the  foreigner,  that  hath  joined 
himself  to  the  Lord,  sipeak,  saying,  the  Lokd 
will  surely  separate  me  from  His  people.  Isa. 
56  :3. 

Faith  of  our  fathers!  we  will  love — Both  friend 
and  foe  in  all  our  strife: — And  preach  thee,  too,  as 
love  knows  how, — ^By  kindly  words  and  virtuous 
life:— Faith  of  our  fathers!  holy  f  aith !— We  will 
be  true  to  thee  till  death. 

If  we  say  that  we  have  fellowship  with  Him 
?nd  walk  in  the  darkness,  we  lie,  and  do  not 
the  truth.    1  John  1 :6. 

Order  my  footsteps  by  Thy  word,— *And  make  my 
heart  sincere; — Let  sin  have  no  dominion,  Lord, — 
But  keep  my  conscience  clear. 

THURSDAY  3.-2  Sam.  6:12-23.    Luke  12:22-31. 

When  I  awake,  I  am  still  with  Thee.  Ps. 
139:18. 

New  every  morning  is  the  love — Our  wakening  and 
uprising  pr.ove, — Through  sleep  and  darkness  safely 
brought, — Restored  to  life,  and  power,  and  thought. 

In  Christ  are  all  the  treasures  of  wisdom 
and  knowledge  hidden.    Col.  2  :3. 

Fain  would  I  my  Lord  pursue, — ^^Be  all  my  Sav- 
iour taught, — Do  as  Jesus  bids  me  do, — Would  think 
as  Jesus  thought. 

FRIDAY  4.-2  Sam.  7:1-16.    Luke  12:32-40. 
All  His  saints  are  in  Thy  hand.  Deut.  33 :3. 
Oh,  make  but  trial  of  His  love; — Experience  will 


82  JUNE. 

decide— How  blest  are  they,  and  only  they, — Who 
in  His  truth  confide. 

God  chose  us  in  Christ  before  the  founda- 
tion of  the  world,  that  we  should  be  holy  and 
without  'blemish  before  Him  in  love.  Eph. 
1:4. 

O  for  a  closer  walk  with  God, — A  calm  and  heav- 
enly frame. 

SATURDAY  5—2  Sam.  7:17-29.    Isa.  44:1-6. 

The  righteous  shall  be  glad  in  the  Lord,  and 
shall  take  refuge  in  Him ;  And  all  the  upright 
in  heart  sh.ill  glory.    Ps.  64 :10 

Now  to  the  King  of  heaven — Your  cheerful  voices 
raise; — To  Him  be  glory  given, — Power,  majesty, 
and  praise; — Wide  as  He  reigns — His  name  be  sung 
— By  every  tongue, — In  endless  strains. 

Eejoice  always.    1  Thess.  5  :16. 

Let  all  the  world  in  every  corner  sing — My  God 
and  King ! — The  heavens  are  not  too  high, — His 
praise  may  thither  fly ; — The  earth  is  not  too  low, 
— ^His  praises  there  may  grow — Let  all  the  world  in 
every  corner  sing — .My  God  and  King!- 

24tb  THIleeh— Igt  Sun&a^  after  Crtnits 

SUNDAY  6.— Epistle,  1  John  4:7-21.  Luke  16: 
19-31. 

Turn  Thee  unto  me,  and  have  mercy  upon 
me ;  For  I  am  desolate  and  afflicted.   Ps.  25  :16 

O  Thou  through  suffering,  perfect  made, — On 
Whom  the  bitter  cross  was  laid, — I-n  hours  of  sick- 
ness, grief,  or  pain — No  sufferer  turns  to  Thee  in 
vain. 


jtJNE.  63 

I  am  the  good  shepherd :  the  good  shepherd 
layeth  down  his  life  for  the  sheep.   John  10  :11. 

Chosen  flock.  Thy  faithful  Shepherd  follow, — 
Who  laid  down  His  life  for  thee ; — All  thy  days  unto 
His  service  hallow, — Each  His  true  disciple  be. 

MONDAY  7._^Ps.  118:13-29.    Luke  13:22-30. 

Thv  testimonies  also  are  my  delight  And  my 
counsellors.    Ps.  119:24. 

0  Lamb  of  God,  the  book  unseal, — And  to  our 
hearts  explain; — Let  all  its  life  and  spirit  feel, — And 
heavenly  wisdom  gain. 

Pray  for  us,  that  the  word  of  the  Lord  may 
run  and  be  glorified.    2  Thess.  3  :1. 

The  cause  and  glory.  Lord,  are  Thine ; — Thy  word 
is  pure,  and  truth  divine  : — Assist  us  to  rely  on  Thee, 
— And  keep  us  Thine  eternally. 

TUESDAY  8.-2  Sam.  9.    Luke  14:1-11. 

1  know  that  the  Lord  will  maintain  the  cause 
of  the  afflicted,  And  justice  for  the  needy.  Ps. 
140:12. 

The  high  and  mighty  ones  the  Lord — Doth  from 
their  seats  put  down ; — But  to  the  poor  doth  grace 
afford, — And  them  with  'blessings  crown. 

Whether  therefore  ye  eat,  or  drink,  or  what- 
soever ye  do,  do  all  to  the  glory  of  God.  1  Cor. 
10:31. 

Grant  that  we  may  love  Thee  truly ; — Lord,  our 
thoughts  and  actions  sway. 


84  JUNH. 

€  M-EDNESDAY  9^2  Sam.  12:1-10.  Luke  14: 
'  2-24. 

Blesesd  shalt  thou  be  when  thou  comest  in, 
and  bleased  shalt  thou  be  when  thou  goest  out. 
Deut.  28  :6. 

"I'll  bless  thee  and  thou  shalt  be  set  for  a  bless- 
ing,"— Thus  saith  the  Lord,  "to  all  around." 

Not  the  hearers  of  the  law  are  just  before 
God,  but  the  doers  of  the  law  shall  be  justified. 
Rom.  2:13. 

Oh  may  the  words  my  lips  express, — The  thoughts 
that  throng  my  mind, — O  Lord  my  strength  and 
righteousness, — With  Thee  acceptance  find. 

THURSDAY  10.— 2  Sam.  12:13-23.  Luke  14: 
25-35. 

By  the  word  of  the  Lokd  were  the  heavens 
made.  And  all  the  host  of  them  by  the  breath 
of  His  mouth.    Ps.  33  :6. 

He  built  the  earth,  He  spread  the  sky, — And  fixed 
the  starry  lights  on  high ; — Wonders  of  grace  to 
God  belong, — Repeat  His  mercies  in  your  song. 

Blessed  are  they  whose  iniquities  are  for- 
given, And  whose  sins  are  covered.    Rom.  4 :7. 

Blest  are  they,  .supremely  blest, — Who  of  Jesus' 
grace  possessed, — ^Cleave  to  Him  by  living  faith, — 
Till  they  shall  resign  their  breath. 

FRroAY  11.— 2  Sam.  15:1-15.    Luke  15:1-10. 
Surely  the  Lord  is  in  this  place.  Gen.  2^8  :16. 

Lo,  Thy  presence  now  is  filling — All  Thy  Church 
in  every  place! — Fill  my  heart,  too:  make  me  will- 


JUNE.  '85 

ing — In  this  season  of  Thy  grace. — Come,  Thou  King 
of  glory,  come  : — Deign  to  make  my  he^rt  Thy  home  : 
— There  abide  and  rule  alone, — As  upon  Thy  heav- 
enly throne. 

Love  beareth  all  things,  believeth  all  things, 
hopeth  all  things,  endureth  all  things.  1  Cor. 
13:7. 

May  it  to  the  world  appear,— That  we  Thy  disci- 
ples are, — By  our  loving  mutually, — ^By  our  being  one 
in  Thee. 

SATURDAY  12— 2  Sam.  15:17-30.    Prov.  9:1-10. 

Fear  not:  for  God  is  come  to  prove  you,  and 
that  His  fear  may  be  before  you,  that  ye  sin 
not.    Ex.  20:20. 

Not  in  anger,  mighty  God, — Not  in  anger  smite 
us; — We  must  perish  if  Thy  rod — Justly  should  re- 
quite us. 

Have  no  fellowship  with  the  unfruitful  works 
of  darkness,  but  rather  even  reprove  them. 
Ephes.  5:11. 

By  Thy  Spirit  me  reprove, — .•MI  my  inmost  sins 
reveal; — Sins  against  Thy  light  and  love — Let  me 
see,  and  let  me  feel; — Sins,  that  crucified  my  God, 
— Sins,  for  which  He  shed  His  blood. 

25tb  TIQleelt  2n?  SunOsB  after  Crinl  r 

SUNDAY  13— Epistle,  1  John  3:13-24.  Luke  14: 
16-24. 

Let  us  now  fear  the  Lord  our  God,  that  giv- 
eth  rain,  both  the  former  and  the  latter,  in  its 
season;  that  preserveth  unto  us  the  appointed 
weeks  of  the  harvest.    Jer.  5  :24. 


86 


JUNE. 


Revolving  seasons  still  proclaim — Thy  all-sustain- 
ing word : — Seed  time  and  harvest  speak  Thy  name, 
— The  promise-keeping  Lord. 

Him  'that  cometh  to  Me  I  will  in  no  wise 
casrt  out.    John  6:37. 

Come,  all  that  heavy-laden  are ; — 'Come,  weary, 
void  of  self-assistance; — Though  doubting,  ready  to 
despair, — To  Jesus  come  without  resistance. — Behold 
His  heart  with  love  replete, — Full  of  desire  the  worst 
to  meet. 

MONDAY  14._Ps.  119:1-12.    Luke  15:11-24. 

The  ordinances  of  the  'Lord  are  true,  and 
righteous  altogether.  More  to  be  desired  are 
they  than  gold,  yea,  than  much  fine  gold; 
.Sweeter  also  than  honey  and  the  droppings  of 
the  honeycomb.    Ps.  19  :10,  11. 

Make  us  eternal  truths  receive, — x^nd  practise  all 
that  we  believe; — ^Give  us  Thyself,  that  we  may  see 
— The  Father  and  the  Son,  by  Thee. 

In  diligence  be  not  slothful.    Rom.  12:11. 

Endow  us  richly  with  Thy  gifts  and  grace, — To 
fit  us  for  the  duties  of  our  place ; — So  open  Thou 
our  lips,  OUT  hearts  so  raise, — That  both  our  hearts 
and  lips  may  give  Thee  praise. 

TUESDAY  15.— 2  Sam.  16:1-15.    Luke  15:25-32. 

As  a  shepherd  seeketh  out  his  flock  in  the 
day  that  he  is  among  his  sheep  that  are  scat- 
tered abroad,  so  will  I  seek  out  my  sheep.  Ezek. 
34:12. 

■  The-  Shepherd  sought  His  sheep, — The  Father 
sought  His  child;— He  followed  me  o'er  vale  and 


JUNE. 


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hill, — O'er  desert  waste  and  wild; — He  found  me 
nigh  to  death, — ^Famished,  and  faint,  and  lone : — 
He  bound  me  with  the  bands  of  love, — He  saved 
the  wandering  one. 

The  Lord  is  faithful,  who  shall  establish 
you  and  guard  you  from  the  evil  one.  2  Thess. 
3:3. 

,  As  true  as  God's  own  word  is  true, — ^Not  earth 
nor  hell  with  all  their  crew — Against  us  shall  pre- 
vail;— A  jest  and  by-word  are  they  grown; — God 
is  with  us,  we  are  His  own, — Our  victory  cannot 
fail. 

•  W'EDNESDAY  16._2  Sam.  17:1-14.  Luke  16: 
1-13. 

In  overflowing  wrath  I  hid  my  face  from 
thee  for  a  moment ;  but  with  everlasting  loving- 
kindness  will  I  have  mercy  on  thee,  aaith  the 
Lord  thy  Redeemer.    Isa.  54 :8. 

Yea,  shouW  it  e'en  to  man  appear — At  times,  as 
though  our  Lord — Forsook  His  chosen  people  here, 
—At  last  He'll  help  afford. 

Knowest  thou  not  that  the  goodness  of  God 
leadeth  thee  to  repentance  ?    Rom.  2  :4. 

When  the  world  around  is  smiling, — In  the  time 
of  wealth  and  ease, — Earthly  joys  our  hearts  beguil- 
ing,— In  the  day  of  health  and  peace, — By  Thy  mer- 
cy,— O  deliver  us,  good  Lord. 

THirRSDAY  17,    Memorial  Day — 2  Sam.  17: 

15-29.   Luke  16 -'9-31. 

H^ve  mercy  upon  me,  O  LpRo,  for  I  am 
withered  away.    P?.  6 :2. 
O  help  us,  ,  when  our  spirits  bleed-*-!With,  contrite 


88  JUNE. 

anguish  sore ; — And  when  our  hearts  are  cold  and 
dead, — O  help  us,  Lord,  the  more. 

This  is  the  victory  that  hath  overcome  the 
world,  even  our  faith.    1  John  5  :4. 

True,"  I  am  weak,  ah  !  very  weak  ;  but  then — I  know 
the  Source  whence  I  can  draw  relief ; — And,  though 
repulsed,  I  still  can  plead  again, — "Lord,  I  believe; 
help  Thou  mine  unbelief." 

FRIDAY  18—2  Sam.  18:1-18.    Luke  17:1-19. 

If  Thy  presence  go  not  with  me,  carry  us 
not  up  hence.    Ex.  33  :15. 

I  could  not  do  without  Thee,— I  cannot  stand  alone, 
— -I  have  no  strength  or  goodness, — No  wisdom  of 
my  own  ; — ^But  Thou,  beloved  Saviour, — Art  all  in 
all  to  me  ; — And  perfect  strength  in  weakness — Is 
theirs  who  lean  on  Thee. 

Pass  the  time  of  your  sojourning  in  fear. 
1  Pet.  1:17. 

Give  us  grace  to  walk  as  Thine  anointed, — In  the 
path  Thou  hast  for  us  appointed ; — We  devote  most 
heartily — Soul  and  body  unto  Thee. 

SATURDAY  19.— 2  Sam.  18:19-32,  19:1.    Isa.  12. 

The  friendship  of  the  Lord  is  with  them 
that  fear  Him;  And  He  will  show  them  His 
covenant.    Ps.  25  :14. 

For  the  love  of  God  is  broader — Than  the  measure 
of  man's  mind'; — And  the  heart  of  the  Eternal — 
Is  most  wonderfully  kind. 

I  am  the  light  of  the  world :  he  that  follow- 
eth  me  shall  not  walk  in  the  darkness,  but  shall 
have  the  light  of  life.    John  8:12. 


JUNE. 


89 


C  Light  that  followeth  all  my  way, — I  yield  my 
flickering  torch  to  Thee ; — My  heart  restores  its  bor- 
rowed ray, — That  in  Thy  sunshine's  blaze  its  day — 
May  brighter,  fairer  be. 

26tb  TKHeeh— 3r6  SunOag  alter  Crtniti? 

SUNDAY  30.— lEpistle,  1  Peter  5:5-11.  Gospel, 
Luke  15:1-10. 

Men  siiall  dwell  therein,  and  there  shall  be 
no  more  curse ;  but  Jerusalem  shall  dwell  safe- 
ly.   Zeoh.  14:11. 

Jerusalem,  the  glorious! — The  glory  of  the  elect,— 
O  dear  and  future  vision — That  eager  hearts  expect! 
— ^E'en  now  by  faith  I  see  thee — ^E'en  here  thy  walls 
discern; — To  thee  my  thoughts  are  kindled, — And 
strive,  and  pant,  and  yearn. 

Who  shall  separate  us  from  the  love  of 
Christ?  shall  tribulation,  or  anguish,  or  perse- 
cution, or  famine,  or  nakedness,  or  peril,  or 
sword?  Nay,  in  all  these  things  we  are  more 
than  conquerors  through  him  that  loved  us. 
Rom.  8  :35,  37.  . 

Watching,  praying,  wrestling  with  temptation, — 
Waiting,  hoping,  looking  for  salvation, — May  we  to 
the  end  endure,— Making  our  election  sure. 

MONDAY  21.— Ps.  121.    Luke  17:20-27. 

Say  ye  of  the  righteous,  that  it  shall  be  well 
with  him;  for  they  shall  eat  the  fruit  of  their 
doings.   Isa.  3  :10. 

Take  my  soul,  thy  full  salvation ; — Rise  o'er  sin, 
and  fear,  and  care  ; — Joy  to  find  in  every  station, — 
Something  still  to  do  or  bear. 


90  JUNE. 

Every  good  gift  and  every  perfect  gift  is 
from  above,  coming  down  from  the  Father  of 
lights,  with  whom  can  be  no  variation,  neither 
shadow^  that  is  cast  by  turning.   James  1 :17. 

For  peaceful  homes,  and  healthful  days, — For  all 
the  blessings  earth  displays, — We  owe  Thee  thank- 
fulness and  praise, — Who  givest  all. 

TUESDAY  22.-2  Sam.  19:2-24.    Luke  18:1-14. 

Though  the  Lord  is  high,  yet  hath  He  re- 
spect unto  the  lowly.    Ps.  138  :6. 

He  to  the  lowly  soul — Doth  still  Himself  impart, — 
And  for  His  dwelling  and  His  throne — Chooseth-  the 
poor  in  heart. 

God  resisteth  the  proud,  but  giveth  grace  to 
the  humble.    James  4:6. 

Oh  let  Thy  love  my  soul  inflame — And  to  Thy 
service  sweetly  bind; — Transfuse  it  through  my  in- 
most frame, — And  mould  me  wholly  to  Thy  mind. 

1  WEDNESDAY  23.-2  Sam.  19:25-40.  Luke  18: 
15-27. 

For  Thou,  O  God,  hast  proved  us :  Thou  hast 
tried  us,  as  silver  is  tried.    Ps.  66:10. 

Thy  Saviour's  feet  have  trod  the  thorny  way, — 
The  Cross  lay  o'er  His  path  to  heavenly  gladness ; — 
'Twas  sorrow  first,  then  joy ;  'twas  night,  then  day ; 
—(Remember  Him,  thy  Lord,  amid  thy  sadness; — 
Endure  thy  cross,  with  patience  run  thy  race — Thy 
strength,  His  grace. 

Blessed  is  the  man  that  endureth  temptation ; 
for  when  he  hath  been  approved,  he  shall  re- 
ceive the  crown  of  life.    James  1 :12. 


JUNE. 


91 


Then  let  my  soul  march  boldly  on, — Press  forward 
to  the  heavenly  gate ; — ^There  peace  and  joy  eternal 
reign, — And  glittering  robes  for  conquerors  wait. 

THITRSDAY  24.-2  Sam.  24:1-4,  10-25.  Luke  18: 
28-34, 

Through  God  we  shall  do  valiantlv.  Ps. 
108  :13. 

Be  of  good  cheer;  your  cause  belongs — To  Him 
who  can  avenge  your  wrongs ; — Leave  it  to  Him,  our 
Lord! — Though' hidden  yet  from  mortal  eyes, — Sal- 
vation shall  for  you  arise, — He  girdeth  on  His  sword. 

Fight  the  good  fight  of  the  faith,  lay  hold  on 
the  life  eternal,  whereunto  thou  wast  called. 
1  Tim.  6:12. 

For  the  one  Faith,  the  true  Faith,— The  Faith 
which  cannot  fail, — For  the  one  Church,  the  true 
Church, — 'Gainst  which  no  foes  prevail ; — Made  one 
with  God  Incarnate — We  in  His  might  must  win — 
The  glory  of  self-conquest, — Of  victory  over  sin. 

FRIDAY  25.  Memorial  Day — 1  Chron.  28:1-10, 
20.    Luke  18:35-43. 

It  may  be  that  the  Lord  -will  look  upon  the 
wrong  done  unto  me.    2  Sam.  16 :12. 

Commit  thou  every  grievance — Into  His  faithful 
hands, — To  His  sure  care  and  guidance, — Who  heav- 
en and  earth  commands. 

Being  therefore  justified  by  faith,  we  have 
peace  with  God  through  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ. 
Eom.  5:1. 

Oh,  let  that  faith  which  Thou  hast  taught— Be 
treasured  in  our  breast; — The  evidence  of  unseen 
joys, — The  substance  of  our  rest. 


93  JUNE. 

SATURDAY  26.— 1  Chron.  29:1-20  Isa.  65  :17-19, 
24,  25. 

Let  Thy  priests,  0  Lord  God,  be  clothed  with 
salvation,  and  let  Thy  saints  rejoice  in  good- 
ness.  -2  Chron.  6  :41. 

Wisdom,  and  zeal,  and  faith  impart, — Firmness, 
with  meekness  from  above. 

Give  diligence  that  ye  may  be  found  in  peace, 
without  spot  and  blameless  in  His  sight.  2  Pet. 
3:14. 

'T  is  this  I  want,  nor  can  I  be — Content,  till  I  am 
one  with  Thee, — Until  my  life  is  hid  in  Thine, — Till 
Thou  art  wholly  mine. 

27tb  THflecfc— 4tb  SunOaB  after  Cdnlt^ 

SUNDAY  27— Epistle,  Rom.  8:18-23.  Gospel, 
Luke  6:36-42. 

Kemember,  break  not  Thy  covenant  with  us. 
Jer.  14:21. 

Our  God  is  truth,  most  faithful  is  His  word. 

For  how  many  soever  be  the  promises  of 
God,  in  Him  is  the  yea :  wherefore  also  through 
Him  is  the  Amen,  unto  the  glory  of  God 
through  us.    2  Cor.  1:20. 

Then  fixed  on  Thee,  my  trust  shall  be — Whose 
truth  can  never  alter. 

MONDAY  28._Ps.  122.    Luke  19:1-10. 

Be  strong,  all  ye  people  of  the  land,  saith  the 
Lord,  and  work ;  for  I  am  with  you.  Haggai 
2  :4. 


JUNE.  93 

This  vineyard  of  the  Lord — Constant  labor  will 
Tfford ; — He  will  your  work  reward ; — Work,  breth- 
ren, work. 

But  this  I  say,  He  that  soweth  sparingly 
shall  reap  also  sparingly;  and  he  that  soweth 
bountifully  shall  reap  also  boun'tifully.  2  Cor. 
9:6. 

As  we  pledge  ourselves  before  Thee — To  a  ser- 
vice all  Thine  own, — ^Lead  us  so  that  we  be  worthy 
— Of  Thy  cross  and  of  Thy  crown. 

TUESDAY  29.— 1  Kings  2  :l-4,  10-12.  Acts  1  :1-11. 

I  -will  save  you,  and  ye  shall  be  a  blessing. 
Fear  not  but  let  your  hands  be  strong.  Zech. 
8  :14. 

Heed  we  the  Master's  call, — Work,  brethren,  work : 
— There's  room  enough  for  all : — Work,  brethren, 
work. 

Wherefore  we  faint  not;  but  though  our  out- 
ward man  is  decaying,  yet  our  inward  man  is 
renewed  day  by  day.    2  Oor.  4:16. 

Go,  labor  on;  enough,  while  here, — If  He  shall 
praise  thee;  if  He  deign — Thy  willing  heart  to  mark 
and  cheer;— Xo  toil  for  Him  shall  be  in  vain. 

WEDNESDAY  30.— 1  Kings  3 :1-1S.   Acts  1 :12-26. 

Praise  ye  the  Lord  ;  for  the  Lord  is  good : 
'Sing  praises  unto  His  name;  for  it  is  pleasant. 
Ps.  135:3. 

Give  to  our  God  immortal  praise; — Mercy  and 
truth  are  all  His  ways ; — Wonders  of  grace  to  God 
belong, — Repeat  His  mercies  in  your  song. 


94 


JULY. 


Walk  worthily  of  God,  Who  calleth  you  into 
His  own  kingdom  and  glory.    1  Thess.  2  :12. 

Since  we,  though  unworthy, — Through  electing 
grace, — 'Midst  Thy  ransomed  people — Have  obtained 
a  place; — ^Lord,  may  we  be  faithful — To  our  coven- 
ant found. 


JULY 

©THURSDAY  1.— 1  Kings  4  21-34.    Acts  2:1-13. 

To-day,  oh  that  ye  would  hear  His  voice ! 
Harden  not  your  heart.    Ps.  95  {I,  8. 

Jesus,  Master,  whose  I  am, — Purchased  Thine 
alone  to  Se, — By  Thy  blood,  C  spotless  Lamb, — 
Shed -so  willingly  for  me; — Let  my  heart  be  all 
Thine  own, — ^Let  me  live  to  Thee  alone. 

Grieve  not  the  Holy  Spirit  of  God,  in  vvhom 
ye  were  sealed  unto  the  day  of  redemption. 
Ephes.  4:30. 

Kindle  within  us  and  preserve  that  fire — Which 
will  with  holy  love  our  breast  inspire, — And  with  an 
active  zeal  our  soul  inflame, — To  do  Thy  will  and 
glorify  Thy  Name. 

FRIDAY  2.-1  Kings  5:1-14.    Acts  2:14-36. 

Lord,  make  me  to  know  mine  end.  And  the 
measure  of  my  days,  what  it  is;  Let  me  know 
how  frail  I  am.    Ps.  39  :4. 

"My  times  arc  in  Thy  hand!" — My  God,  I  wish 
them  there; — My  life,  my  friends,  my  soul,  I  leave — 
Entirely  to  Thy  care. 

Give  diligence  to  keep  the  unity  of  the  spirit 
in  the  bond  of  peace.   Ephes.  4 :3. 


JULY. 


95 


Let  all  who  love  the  Lord  join  hands— To  aid  the 
common  good, — And  knit  more  close  the  sacred 
bands— Of  Christian  brotherhood. 

SATURDAY  3.— 1  Kings  6:1,  37,  38;  8:1-U.  La- 
ment. 3  -.22-30. 

As  thy  days,  so  shall  thy  strength  be.  Isa. 
33  :25. 

"As  thy  day,  thy  strength  shall  be  !" — This  should 
be  enough  for  thee; — He  who  kncnvs  thy  frame  will 
spare — Burdens  more  than  thou  canst  bear. 

Ye  are  no  more  strangers  and  sojourners,  but 
ye  are  fellow-citizens  with  the  saints,  and  of  the 
household  of  God.   Ephes.  2  :19. 

Jerusalem,  my  happy  home! — My  soul  still  pants 
for  thee  ; — Then  shall  my  laljors  have  an  end, — When 
I  thy  joys  shall  see. 

28tb  Timceh— 5tb  Sun6ai2  after  tttinitB- 

SUNDAY  4.— Epistle,  1  Pet.  3:8-15.  Luke  5:1-11. 
And  God  said  unto  Jacob,  Arise,  go  up  to 
Beth-el,  and  dwell  there :  and  make  there  an 
altar  unto  God,  who  appeared  unto  thee  when 
thou  fleddest  from  the  face  of  Esau  thy  brother. 
Gen.  35:1. 

As  in  Thy  temple,  keep  Thou  residence — Within 
our  soul  and  never  part  from  thence, — Until  we're 
fitted  and  prepared  by  Thee — Life  to  exchange  for 
immortality. 

God  is  love ;  and  he  that  abideth  in  love  abid- 
eth  in  God,  and  God  abideth  in  him.  1  John 
4:16. 

They  who  Jesus'  followers  are, — And  enjoy  His 


96 


JULY. 


faithful  care, — By  a  mutual,  hearty  love, — Their  be- 
lief in  Jesus  prove. 

MONDAY  5.— Ps.  123,  124.    Acts  2:37-47. 

And  all  thy  children  shall  he  taught  of  the 
Lord  ;  and  great  shall  be  the  peace  of  thy  chil- 
dren.   Isa.  54:13. 

Peace  to  keep  our  minds  for  ever — In  Thy  faith. 
Thy  fear,  Thy  way; — Peace  to  keep  our  hearts,  thal^ 
never — Thought,  desire  nor  feeling  stray  ! — Peace  to 
soothe  in  every  trial, — Peace  to  soften  self-denial, — 
Peace  our  daily  cross  to  take — Grant  us,  for  our 
Saviour's  sake. 

He  findeth  first  his  own  brother  Simon,  and 
aaith  unto  him,  We  have  found  the  Messiah 
(which  is,  being  interpreted,  Christ).  He 
brought  him  unto  Jesus.    John  1 :41,  42. 

Grant  that  we  all,  berth  young  and  old,  may  prove 
— True  witnesses  of  Thy  redeeming  love. 

TUESDAY  6.-1  Kings  8:12-30.    Acts  3:1-11. 

David  behaved  himself  wisely  in  all  his  ways; 
and  the  Lord  was  with  him.    1  Sam.  18:14. 

To  duty  firm,  to  conscience  true, — However  tried 
and  pressed, — In  God's  clear  sig'ht  high  work  we  do, 
— If  we  but  do  our  best. 

To  you  it  hath  been  granted  in  the  behalf  of 
Christ,  not  only  to  believe  on  Him,  but  also  to 
suffer  in  His  behalf.    Phil.  1 :29. 

Hoiw  great  at  last  my  joy  will  be, — If  I  have 
faithful  proved, — To  Christ,  and  'midst  adversity — 
Till  my  last  breath  Him  loved. 


JULY.  97 

WEDNESDAY  7.-1  Kings  8:33-53.  Acts  3: 
12-26. 

O  God,  be  not  far  from  me ;  O  my  God,  make 
haste  to  help  me.    Ps.  71 :12. 

Wilt  Thou  not  regard  my  call? — Wilt  Thou  not 
accept  my  iprayer? — Lo !  I  sink,  I  faint,  I  fall! — 
Lo  !  on  Thee  I  cast  my  care ! 

For  we  know  that  if  the  earthly  house  of  our 
tabernacle  be  dissolved,  we  have  a  building  from 
God,  a  house  not  made  with  hands,  eternal,  in 
the  heavens.    2  Cor.  5  :1. 

Look  up,  ye  saints  of  God! — ^Nor  fear  to  tread 
below — The  path  your  Saviour  trod — Of  daily  toil 
and  woe; — Wait  but  a  little  while — In  uncomplaining 
love; — 'His  own  most  gracious  smile — Shall  welcome 
you  above. 

THURSDAY  8.— 1  Kings  8-54-66.    Acts  4:1-12. 

We  have  blessed  you  out  of  the  house  of  the 
Lord.    Ps.  118:26.' 

Life's  tumult  we  must  meet  again, — We  cannot  at 
the  shrine  remain ; — But  in  the  spirit's  secret  cell, — 
May  'hymn  and  prayer  forever  dwell. 

The  cup  of  blessing  which  we  bless,  is  it  not 
a  communion  of  the  blood  of  Christ?  The 
hread  which  we  break,  is  not  a  communion  of 
the  body  of  Christ?    1  Cor.  10:16. 

Now  let  our  souls  be  fed — With  manna  from 
above, — And  over  us  Thy  banner  spread — Of  ever- 
lasting love. 

CFRIDAY  9.— 1  Kings  9:1-9.    Acts  4:13-23. 
The  Lord  hath  comforted  Zion;    He  hath 


98 


JULY. 


comforted  all  her  waste  places,  and  hath  made 
her  wilderness  like  Eden,  and  her  desert  like 
the  garden  of  the  Lord;  joy  and  gladness  shall 
be  found  therein,  thanksgiving,  and  the  voice 
of  melody.    Isa.  51 :3. 

For  our  God  His  city  still  protects, — And  He  there 
His  righteous  throne  erects. — ^Praises  be — Given  to 
Thee — ^Mighty  God,  Immanuel, — That  Thou  with  us 
wilt  dwell. 

Jesus  Christ,  Whom  not  having  seen  ye  love ; 
on  Whom,  though  now  ye  see  Him  not,  yet  be- 
lieving, ye  rejoice  greatly  with  joy  unspeak- 
able and  full  of  glory.    1  Peter  1 :8. 

Do  you  ask  what  most  I  prize? — Where  my  highest 
knowledge  lies? — Would  you  see  my  portion  blest? 
— Know  my  joy?  'T  is  here  confessed: — Jesus,  cru- 
cified for  me. 

SATURDAY  10._1  Kings  10:1-10.    Ps.  1. 

It  is  no  vain  thing  for  you ;  because  it  is  your 
life,  and  through  this  thing  ye  shall  prolong 
your  days  in  the  land,  whither  ye  go  over  the 
Jordan  to  possess  it.    Deut.  32:47. 

My  'highest  hope  to  be  where.  Lord,  Thou  art, — 
To  lose  myself  in  Thee  my  richest  gain, — To  do  Thy 
will  the  habit  of  my  heart, — To  grieve  Thy  Spirit 
my  severest  pain. 

The  words  that  I  have  spoken  unto  you  are 
spirit,  and  are  life.    John  6 :63. 

Teac'h  me  to  do  the  thing  that  pleaseth  Thee ; — 
Thou  art  my  God,  in  Thee  I  live  and  move ; — Oh, 
let  Thy  loving  Spirit  lead  me  forth — Into  the  land  of 
righteousness  and  love. 


JULY.  99 

29tb  "Meelt— 6tb  Sun&as  attec  ^Crtnlti?. 

SUNDAY  11— Epistle,  Rom.  6:3-11.  Matt.  5: 
20-26. 

Thus  saith  the  Lokd,  As  the  new  wine  is 
found  in  the  cluster,  and  one  saith,  Destroy  it 
not,  for  a  blessing  is  in  it :  so  will  I  do  for  My 
servants'  sake,  that  I  may  not  destroy  them 
all.    Isa.  65:8. 

Not  in  anger,  Mighty  God, — Not  in  anger  smite  us; 
— We  must  perish  if  Thy  rod — Justly  should  requite 
us. 

My  sheep  shall  never  perish,  and  no  one  shall 
snatch  them  out  of  my  hand.    John  10:28. 

'T  is  the  most  blest  and  needful  part — To  have  in 
Christ  a  share, — And  to  commit  our  way  and  heart 
— Unto  His  faithful  care  : — This  done,  our  steps  are 
safe  and  sure, — Our  hearts'  desires  are  rendered  pure, 
— rAnd  nought  can  pluck  us  from  His  hand, — Which 
leads  us  to  the  end. 

MONDAY  12 — Ps.  126.    Acts  4:24-27. 

I  will  sing  of  lovingkindness  and  justice : 
Unto  Thee,  O  Lord,  will  I  sing  praises.  Ps. 
101 :1. 

Fill  thy  lips  to  overflowing — With  sweet  praise, 
His  mercy  showing. 

Be  ye  therefore  imitators  of  God,  as  beloved 
children.    Ephes.  5 :1. 

Thy  love  the  law  and  impulse  of  my  soul, — Thy 
righteousness  'its  fitness  and  its  plea, — Thy  loving 
Spirit  mercy's  sweet  control — To  make  me  liker, 
draw  me  nearer  Thee. 


100  JULY. 

TUESDAY  13.— 1  Kings  11 :1,  2,  4-13.  Acts  S  :1-16. 

All  Thy  works  shall  give  thanks  unto  Thee, 
O  Lord;  And  Thy  saints  shall  bless  Thee.  Ps. 
145  :10. 

Everhiore  rejoice  to  do  His  pleasure, — Be  the 
fullness  of  His  grace  thy  treasure; — Should  success 
thy  labor  crown, — Give  the  praise  to  Him  alone. 

Look  therefore  carefully  how  ye  walk,  not  as 
unwise,  out  as  wise,  redeeming  the  time.  Ephes. 
5:15,  16. 

Thy  former  misspent  time  redeem, — Each  present 
day  thy  last  esteem; — Thy  talents  to  improve  take 
care, — .For  the  great  day  thyself  prepare. 

WEDNESDAY  14—1  Kings  11:14,  26-43.  .^cts 
5:17-25. 

Withhold  not  Thou  Thy  tender  mercies  from 
me,  O  Loed;  Let  Thy  lovingkindness  and  Thy 
truth  continually  preserve  me.    Ps.  40 :11. 

Oh,  by  Thy  life  within  us,  set  us  free ! — Reveal  the 
glory  that  is  hid  with  Thee ! — Glory  to  God  the  Fath- 
er, God  the  Son, — And  God  the  Holy  Spirit,  ever 
One. 

For  freedom  did  Christ  set  us  free:  stand 
fast  therefore,  and  be  not  entangled  again  in  a 
yoke  of  bondage.    Ephes.  5  :1. 

Praises  to  Him  the  chain  Who  broke,— Opened 
the  prison,  burst  the  yoke, — Sent  forth  its  captives 
glad  and  free, — Heirs  of  an  endless  liberty. 

•  THURSDAY  15.-1  Kings  12:1-19.    Acts  5:26-42. 
Give  thanks  to  the  Lord  of  hosts,  for  the 


JULY.  101 

Lord  is  good,  fw  His  lovingkindness  endureth 
for  ever.   Jer.  33  :11. 

Give  to  our  God  immortal  praise ; — Mercy  and 
truth  are  all  His  ways : — Wonders  of  grace  to  God 
belong, — Reipeat  His  mercies  in  your  song. 

This  is  the  will  of  God,  even  your  sanctifi- 
cation.    1  Thcss.  4 :3. 

More  of  Thyself,  oh,  show  me  hour  by  hour, — 
More  of  Thy  glory,  O  my  God  and  Lord ; — .More  of 
Thyself  in  all  Thy  grace  and  ipower, — More  of  Thy 
love  and  truth.  Incarnate  Word! 

FRroAY  16.— 1  Kings  12:20-33.    Acts  6:1-7. 
Thus  saith  the  Lord,  Heaven  is  My  throne, 
and  the  earth  is  My  footstool :  what  manner  of 
house  will  ye  build  unto  Me?  and  what  place 
shall  be  My  rest?    Isa.  66:1. 

Jesus,  where'er  Thy  people  meet, — There  they  be- 
hold Thy  mercy-seat; — Where'er  they  seek  Thee, 
Thou  art  found, — And  every  place  is  hallowed 
ground. 

God  is  a  spirit:  and  they  that  worship  Him 
must  worship  Him  in  spirit  and  in  truth. 
John  4:24. 

Fear  not  to  enter  His  courts  in  the  slenderness — 
O'f  the  poor  wealth  thou  wonldst  reckon  as  thine ; — 
Truth  in  its  beauty,  and  love  in  its  tenderness, — 
These  are  the  offerings  to  lay  on  His  shrine. 

SATlTtDAY  17 — 1  Kings  13:1-19.    Isa.  62:6-12. 

O  love  the  Lord,  all  ye  His  saints ;  the  Lord 
preserveth  the  faithful.    Ps.  31:2i3. 

Blest  is  the  man,  0  God, — That  stays  himself  on 


100  JULY. 

TUESDAY  13.-1  Kings  11 :1,  2,  4-13.  Acts  5  :1-16. 

All  Thy  works  shall  give  thanks  unto  Thee, 
O  Lord;  And  Thy  saints  shall  bless  Thee.  Ps. 
14-5  :10. 

Evermore  rejoice  to  do  His  pleasure, — Be  the 
fullness  of  His  grace  thy  treasure; — Should  success 
thy  labor  crown, — Give  the  praise  to  Him  alone. 

Look  therefore  carefully  how  ye  walk,  not  as 
unwise,  out  as  wise,  redeeming  the  time.  Ephes. 
5:15,  16. 

Thy  former  misspent  time  redeem,— Each  present 
day  thy  last  esteem; — Thy  talents  to  improve  take 
care, — For  the  great  day  thyself  prepare. 

WEDNESDAY  14—1  Kings  11:14,  26-43.  Acts 
5:17-25. 

Withhold  not  Thou  Thy  tender  mercies  from 
me,  O  Lord;  Let  Thy  lovingkindness  and  Thy 
truth  continually  preserve  me.    Ps.  40 :11. 

Oh,  by  Thy  life  within  us,  set  us  free ! — Reveal  the 
glory  that  is  'hid  with  Thee ! — Glory  to  God  the  Fath- 
er, God  the  Son, — ^And  God  the  Holy  Spirit,  ever 
One. 

For  freedom  did  Christ  set  us  free:  stand 
fast  therefore,  and  be  not  entangled  again  in  a 
yoke  of  bondage.    Ephes.  5  :1. 

Praises  to  Him  the  chain  Who  broke, — Opened 
the  prison,  burst  the  yoke, — Sent  forth  its  captives 
glad  and  free, — Heirs  of  an  endless  liberty. 

•  THURSDAY  15.-1  Kings  12:1-19.    Acts  5:26-42. 
Give  thanks  to  the  Lord  of  hosts,  for  the 


JULY.  101 

Lord  is  good,  for  His  lovingkindness  endureth 
for  ever.   Jer.  33  :11. 

Give  to  our  God  immortal  praise ; — Mercy  and 
truth  are  all  His  ways: — Wonders  of  grace  to  God 
belong, — Repeat  His  mercies  in  your  song. 

This  is  the  will  of  God,  even  vour  sanctifi- 
cation.    1  Thess.  4:3. 

More  of  Thyself,  oh,  show  me  hour  by  hour, — 
More  of  Thy  glory,  O  my  God  and  Lord; — 'More  of 
Thyself  in  all  Thy  grace  and  .power, — More  of  Thy 
love  and  truth.  Incarnate  Word! 

FRroAY  16.-1  Kings  12:20-33.    Acts  6:1-7. 
Thus  saith  the  Lord,  Heaven  is  My  throne, 
and  the  earth  is  My  footstool :  what  manner  of 
house  will  ye  build  unto  Me?  and  what  place 
shall  be  My  rest  ?    Isa.  66  :1. 

Jesus,  where'er  Thy  people  meet, — There  they  be- 
hold Thy  mercy-seat; — Where'er  they  seek  Thee, 
Thou  art  found, — And  every  place  is  hallowed 
ground. 

God  is  a  spirit:  and  they  that  worship  Him 
must  worship  Him  in  spirit  and  in  truth. 
John  4:24. 

Fear  not  to  enter  His  courts  in  the  slenderness — 
O'f  the  poor  wealth  thou  wonldst  reckon  as  thine ; — 
Truth  in  its  beauty,  and  love  in  its  tenderness, — 
These  are  the  offerings  to  lay  on  His  shrine. 

SATITRDAY  17 — 1  Kings  13:1-19.    Isa.  62:6-12. 

O  love  the  Lord,  all  ye  His  saints ;  the  Lord 
preserveth  the  faithful.    Ps.  31:23. 

Blest  is  the  man,  O  God, — That  stays  himself  on 


102  JULY. 

Thee  : — Who  wait  for  Thy  salvation,  Lord, — Shall 
Thy  salvation  see. 

Walk  in  love,  even  as  iChrist  also  loved  you, 
and  gave  Himself  up  for  us,  an  oifering  and  a 
sacrifice  to  God  for  an  odor  of  a  sweet  smell 
Ephes.  5:2. 

Let  our  mutual  love  be  glowing: — Thus  will  all 
men  plainly  see, — That  we,  as  on  one  stem  growing, 
— Living  branches  are  in  Thee. 

30tb  TKIlceh— 7tb  Sunfta?  after  ZvMt^. 

SUNBAY  18.-iBpistle,  Rom.  6:19-23.  Gospel, 
Mark  8:1-9. 

Ascribe  unto  the  Lord  ye  kindreds  of  the 
peoples,  Ascribe  unto  the  Lord  glory  and 
strength.    Ps.  96:7. 

Give  to  the  Lord  of  lords  renown,— The  King  of 
kings  with  glory  crown ; — ^His  mercies  ever  shall  en- ' 
dure, — iWhen  earth-born  powers  are  known  no  more. 

We  are  ambassadt)rs  therefore  on  behalf  of 
Christ,  as  though  God  -were  entreating  by  us: 
we  beseech  you  on  behalf  of  Christ,  be  ye  recon- 
ciled to  God.    2  Cor.  5  :20. 

Fly  abroad,  thou  mighty  gospel ! — Win  and  con- 
quer, never  cease ; — May  thy  lasting,  wide  dominion 
— 'Multiply  and  still  increase. 

MONDAY  19.— Ps.  127,  128.  Acts  6:8-15;  7: 
55-59. 

Joseph  comforted  his  brethren,  and  spake 
kindly  unto  them.    Gen.  50:21. 

Be  our  comfort  which  ne'er  faileth, — When  any 
trial  us  assaileth, — Or  when  we're  needlessly  dis- 


JULY. 


103 


tressed  ; — Jesus  show,  on  each  ocxasion, — That  Thou 
our  strength  art  and  salvation, — Our  shield,  our  hid- 
ing-place, and  rest. 

Be  not  overcome  of  evil,  but  overcome  evil 
with  good.    Rom.  12:21. 

Much  forgiven,  may  I  learn — Love  for  hatred  to 
return, — Then  assured  my  heart  shall  be, — Thou,  my 
God,  hast  pardoned  me. 

TUESDAY  20.— 1  Kings  13:20-34.    Acts  8:1-8. 

Bless  the  Lord,  ye  His  angels.  That  are 
mighty  in  strength,  that  fulfil  His  word, 
Hearkening  unto  the  voice  of  His  word.  Ps. 
103 :20. 

In  that  region  yonder — Where  the  angels  sing, — 
Bursts  of  joy  and  wonder — Make  the  air  to  ring. — 
Praise  and  adoration, — Be  to  God  above, — And  to 
man  salvation, — ^Object  of  His  love  ! 

We  must  work  the  works  of  Him  that  sent 
Me,  while  it  is  day :  the  night  cometh,  when  no 
man  can  work.    John  9  :4. 

Constrain  us  by  Thy  love, — ^In  all  we  do  to  prove 
— Faithful  followers, — Dear  Lord,  of  Thee;  and 
grant  that  we — 'May  ever  love  Thee  ardently. 

W^EDNESDAY  21.— 1  Kings  16:29-33;  17:1-7. 
Acts  8:9-24. 

I  will  rejoice  over  them  to  do  them  good. 
Jer.  32:41. 

O  Lord  our  Righteousness, — T  is  Thy  delight  to 
bless;— We  desire  it, — ^Come  then,  for  we  belong  to 
Thee, — And  bless  us  inexpressibly. 


104  JULY. 

I  am  come  that  thej  may  have  life,  and  may 
have  it  abundantly.    John  10:10. 

Life  worketh  in  us  now, — Life  is  for  us  in  store. 
S  THURSDAY  22._1  Kings  17  :8-24.    Acts  8 :25-40. 

And  I  shall  walk  at  liberty;  Fot  I  have 
sought  Thy  precepts.    Ps.  119:45. 

O  may  Thy  ransomed  people  everywhere — Of 
this  great  truth  at  all  times  witness  bear, — That 
whoe'er  Ibelieveth  in  Christ's  redemption — May  find 
free  grace  and  a  complete  exemption — From  serving 
sin. 

If  thou  believest  thou  shouldst  see  the  glory 
of  God.    John  11 :40. 

For  grace  is  glory  here  begun, — And,  till  the 
heavenly  prize  is  won, — The  Christian  finds  through 
all  his  race, — That  grace  is  glory,  glory  grace. 

FRIDAY  23.— 1  Kings  18:1-15.    Acts  9:1-9. 
The  works  of  His  hands  are  truth  and  jus- 
tice; All  His  precepts  are  sure.    Ps.  111:7. 

Sing  praioe.  The  Lord  our  God  is  good, — His 
mercy  is  for  ever  sure ; — His  truth  at  all  times  firm- 
ly stood, — And  shall  from  age  to  age  endure. 

'He  that  spared  not  His  own  Son,  but  deliv- 
ered Him  up  for  us  all,  how  shall  He  not  also 
with  iHim  freely  give  us  all  things?  Rom.  8  :32. 

If  Christ  is  mine,  then  all  is  mine, — And  more  than 
angels  know ; — Both  present  things,  and  things  to 
come, — And  grace  and  glory  too. 

SATURDAY  24.-1  Kings  18  :16-29.  Jer.  23  :16-29. 
Hearken  unto  me,  ye  that  know  righteous- 


JULY.  105 

ness,  tlie  people  in  whose  heart  is  my  law ;  fear 
ye  not  the  reproach  of  men,  neither  be  ye  dis- 
mayed at  their  revilings.   Isa.  51 :7. 

Shall  I  through  fear  of  feeble  man, — The  Spirit's 
fire  in  me  restrain? — Awed  by  a  mortal's  frown,  shall 
I — ^Conceal  the  word  of  God  most  high? 

The  eyes  of  the  Lord  are  upon  the  righteous, 
and  His  ears  unto  their  supplication.  1  Peter 
3:12. 

He  bows  His  gracious  ear, — We  never  plead  in 
vain. 

3lst  Taneeft— 8tb  SunCae  after  ^trlnttB- 

SUNDAY  25 — Epistle,  Rom.  8:12-17.  Gospe  . 
Matt.  7:15-23. 

The  chastisement  of  our  peace  was  upon 
Him.    Isa.  53 :5. 

Bold  shall  I  stand  in  Thy  great  day, — For  who 
aught  to  my  charge  shall  lay? — Fully  absolvea 
through  Thee  I  am, — From  sin  and  fear,  from  guilt 
and  shame. 

He  came  and  preached  peace  to  you  that 
were  far  off,  and  peace  to  them  that  were  nigh. 
Ephes.  2:17. 

We  bless  Thee  for  Thy  peace,  O  God, — Deep  as 
the  unfathomed  sea, — Which  falls  like  sunshine  on 
the  road — Of  those  who  trust  in  Thee. 

MONDAY  26.— Ps.  130.    Acts  9:10-21. 

Thou,  O  God,  didst  send  a  plentiful  rain, 
Thou  didst  confirm  Thine  inheritance,  when  it 
was  weary.    Ps.  68  :10. 


IC*  JULY. 

Showers  of  blessing  from  the  Lord  proceed, — 
Strength  supplying  in  the  time  of  need. 

The  longsuffering  of  our  Lord  is  salvation. 
2  Peter  3  :15. 

His  is  love  beyond  a  brother's, — Costly,  free  and 
knows  no  end. — They  who  once  His  kindness  prove 
■ — Find  it  everlasting  love. 

TUESDAY  27.— 1  Kings  18:30-46.    Acts  9:22-30. 

Let,  I  pray  Thee,  Thy  I'ovingkindness  be  for 
my  comfort,  According  to  Thv  word  unto  Thy 
servant.    Ps.  119:76. 

There  is  no  place  where  earth's  sorrows — Are  more 
felt  than  up  in  heaven ; — There  is  no  place  where 
earth's  failings — Have  such  kindly  judgment  given. 

If  we  know  that  He  heareth  us  whatsoever 
we  ask,  we  know  that  we  have  the  petitions 
which  we  have  asked  of  Him.    1  John  5  :15. 

There  is  no  secret  sigh  we  breathe — But  meets 
Thine  ear  divine. 

WEDNESDAY  28.— 1  Kings  19:1-21.  Acts  9: 
31-43. 

Naaman  said,  Behold  now,  I  know  that  there 
is  no  Grod  in  all  the  earth,  but  in  Israel.  2  Kings 
5:15. 

God  is  our  Sun  and  Shield, — Our  Light  and  our 
Defence; — With  gifts  His  hands  are  filled, — We 
draw  our  blessings  thence :— He  shall  bestow — On 
Jacob's  race — Peculiar  grace — And  glory  too. 

"We  have  our  hope  set  on  the  living  God,  who 
is  the  Saviour  of  all  men,  especially  of  them 
that  believe.    1  Tim.  4:10. 


JULY.  107 

Oh,  make  but  trial  of  His  love  ;'Experience  will 
decide, — •How  blest  are  they,  and  only  they, — Who 
in  His  truth  confide. 

THlTiSDAY  29—1  Kings  21:1-16.    Acts  10:1-8. 

The  Lord  is  the  portion  of  mine  inheritance 
and  of  my  cup :  Thou  maintainest  mv  lot.  Ps. 
16  :5. 

I  call  to  recollection — The  years  of  His  right  hand, 
— And,  strong  in  His  protection, — Again  through 
faith  I  stand. 

Love  never  faileth.    1  Cor.  13  :8. 

O  Master,  let  me  walk  with  Thee — In  lowly  paths 
of  service  free; — Tell  me  Thy  secret;  help  me  bear 
—The  strain  of  toil,  the  fret  of  care.— Help  me  the 
slow  of  heart  to  move— By  some  clear  winning  word 
of  love  ; — Teach  me  the  wayward  feet  to  stay, — And 
guide  them  in  the  homeward  way. 

©FRIDAY  30.— 1  Kings  21-17-24,  27-29.  Acts  10: 
9-23. 

Break  up  your  fallow  ground,  and  sow  not 
among  thiorns.   Jer.  4 :3. 

Sow  thy  seed,  be  never  weary, — ^Let  no  fears  thy 
soul  annoy  ; — Be  the  prospect  ne'er  so  dreary, — Thou 
shalt  reap  the  fruits  of  joy. 

Follow  after  righteousness,  godliness,  faith, 
love.    1  Tim.  6:11. 

."Ml  hallowed  be  our  walk  this  day; — iMay  meekness 
form  our  earliest  ray, — And  faithful  love  our  noon- 
tide light, — And  hope  our  sunset,  calm  and  bright. 

SATURDAY  31.— 1  Kings  22:52-54.  2  Kings 
1:1-17.    Prov.  16:1-9. 

Who  am  I,  and  what  is  my  people,  that  we 


108 


AUGUST. 


should  be  able  to  offer  so  willingly  after  this 
sort  ?  for  all  things  come  of  Thee,  and  of  Thine 
own  have  we  given  Thee.    1  Chron.  29  :14. 

Kindlle  within  us  and  preserve  that  fire, — Which 
may  with  holy  love  our  breaS'ts  inspire, — And  with 
an  active  zeal  our  minds  inflame, — To  do  Thy  will 
and  glorify  Thy  Name. 

Now  He  that  wrought  us  for  this  very  thing 
is  God,  who  gave  unto  us  the  earnest  of  the 
Spirit.    2  Cor.  3  :5. 

By  His  will  He  sanctifieth, — By  the  Spirit's  power 
within  ; — By  the  loving  hand  that  chasteneth — Fruits 
of  righteousness  to  win By  His  truth  and  by  His 
promise: — ^By  the  word,  His  gift  unpriced; — By  His 
own  blood,  and  by  union — With  the  risen  life  of 
Christ. 


AUGUST 

32ne  THUeeft— 9tb  SunOa?  attet  XLxinit^. 

SUNDAY  l.^Epistle,  1  Cor.  10:1-13.  Gospel,  Luke, 
16:1-9. 

I  will  be  sanctified  in  you  in  the  sight  of  the 
nations.    Ezek.  20:41. 

Lord,  my  refuge  is  Thy  Name. — When  the  flesh 
inclines  to  ill, — iLet  Thy  grace  prove  stronger  still. 

God  chose  you  from  the  beginning  unto  salva- 
tion in  sanctification  of  the  Spirit  and  belief 
of  the  truth.   2  Thess.  2 :13. 

And  every  virtue  we  possess, — And  every  victory 
won, — And  every  thought  of  holiness — Are  His  alone. 


AUGUST. 


109 


MONDAY  2_Ps.  133,  134.    Acts  10:24-33. 

The  Lord  hatli  heard  my  supplication ;  The 
Lord  will  receive  my  prayer.    Ps.  6 :10. 

I  look  to  Thee  in  every  need, — And  never  look  in 
vain  ; — .1  feel  Thy  strong  and  tender  love, — And  all 
is  well  again. 

E'ach  shall  receive  his  own-  reward  according 
to  his  own  labor.  For  we  are  God's  fellow- 
workers.    1  Cor.  3  :8,  9. 

Let  every  thought,  and  work,  and  word, — To  Thee 
be  ever  given; — Then  life  shall  be  Thy  service,  Lord, 
— And  death  the  gate  of  heaven ! 

TXTESDAY  3.-2  Kings  2:1-15.    Acts  10:34-48. 

I  the  Lord  am  the  Keeper  of  My  vineyard; 
I  will  water  it  every  moment :  lest  any  hurt  it, 
I  will  keep  it  night  and  day.    Isa.  27 :3. 

Make  my  heart  a  garden  fair, — Which  such  pleas- 
ant fruit  may  bear, — As  affords  true  joy  to  Thee — 
And  Thy  Father  constantly. 

ISTow  on  the  last  day,  the  great  day  of  the 
feast,  Jesus  stood  and  cried,  saying.  If  any  man 
thirst,  let  him  come  unto  Me  and  drink.  He 
that  believeth  on  Me,  from  within  him  shall 
flow  rivers  of  living  water.   John  7  :37,  38. 

O  Fountain  eternal  of  life  and  of  light, — Where 
all  find  refreshment,  who  seek  it  aright, — Pure  spring 
of  salvation, — And  true  consolation, — From  God's 
holy  temple  thy  living  stream  rolls, — Whose  waters 
flow  ample  for  all  thirsty  souls. 

V^TEDXESDAY  4.-2  Kings  4:1-17.  Acts  11 :1-18. 
Surely  goodness  and   lovingkindness  shall 


110 


AUGUST. 


follow  me  all  the  days  of  my  life :  And  I  shall 
dwell  in  the  house  of  the  Lord  forever,  Ps. 
23:6. 

Let  goodness  and  mercy,  my  bountiful  God! — 
Still  follow  my  steps  till  I  meet  Thee  above ; — I  seek, 
by  the  path  \Vhich  my  forefathers  trod — Through  the 
land  of  their  sojourn,  Thy  Kingdom  of  love. 

So  shall  we  ever  be  with  the  Lord.  Where- 
fore, comfort  one  another  with  these  words. 
1  Thess.  4:17,  18. 

May  this  ever  blessed  hope — Pill  our  hearts  with 
gladness, — .And  'midst  weakness  bear  us  up, — Till 
from  sin  and  sadness — We  shall  be  wholly  free, — 
And  above  for  ever — ^Praise  our  gracious  Saviour. 

THURSDAY  5.-2  Kings  4:18-37.    Acts  11:19-30 
Can  a  woman  forget  her  sucking  child,  that 
she  should  not  have  compassion  on  the  son  of 
her  womb?  yea,  these  may  forget,  yet  "will  not 
I  forget  thee.    Isa.  49  :15. 

Thou,  Lord,  wilt  not  forsake  me, — Though  I  am 
oft  to  blame. 

God  foreordained  us  unto  adoption  as  sons 
through  Jesus  Christ  unto  Himself,  according 
to  the  good  pleasure  of  His  will.    Eph.  1 :5. 

Till  we  in  heaven  shall  take  our  seat, — Instruct  us 
often  to  repeat, — "Abba,  our  Father;"  and  to  be — 
With  Christ  in  union  constantly. 

FRroAY  6 — 2  Kings  5:1-14.    Heb.  1:1-14. 

One  generation  shall  laud  Thy  works  to  an- 
other, And  shall  declare  Thy  mighty  acts.  Ps. 
145:4. 


AUGUST. 


Ill 


While  successive  years  are  wasting, — Still  our  God 
abides  the  same; — All  His  words  are  everlasting, — 
All  His  works  His  love  proclaim  : — Men  and  angels, 
— Sing  thrice  holy  to  His  name. 

Every  tongue  shall  confess  that  Jesus  Christ 
is  Lord  to  the  glory  of  God  the  Father.  Phil. 
2:11. 

Come,  all  ye  saints  of  God, — Wide  through  the 
earth  abroad — Spread  Jesus'  fame; — Tell  what  His 
love  has  done, — Trust  in  His  Name  alone, — Shout 
to  his  lofty  throne, — "Worthy  the  Lamb !" 

€  SATURDAY  7.-2  Kings  5:15-27.    Jer.  7:1-11. 

Hast  thou  not  known?  hast  thou  not  heard? 
The  everlasting  God,  the  Lord,  the  Creator  of 
the  ends  of  the  earth,  fainteth  not,  neither  is 
weary;  there  is  no  searching  of  His  under- 
standing.   Isa.  40 :28. 

Eternal  King!  in  power  and  love  excelling, — Fain 
would  my  heart  and  moufh  Thy  praise  be  telling; — 
But  how  can  man's  weak  powers  at  all  come  nigh 
Thee, — How  magnify  Thee? 

For  seeing  that  in  the  wisdom  of  God  the 
world  through  its  wisdom  knew  not  God,  it  was 
God's  good  pleasure  through  the  foolishness  of 
the  preaching  to  save  them  that  believe.  1  Cor. 
1:21. 

Oft  as  the  precious  seed  is  sown, — Thy  quickening 
grace  bestow; — That  all,  whose  souls  the  truth  re- 
ceive,— Its  saving  power  may  know. 


112 


AUGUST. 


33r5  TRnceh— lOtb  Sun&aB  after  Ctintt?. 

SUNDAY  8.— Epistle,  1  Cor.  12:1-1^  Gospel,  Luke 
'9:41-48. 

Thy  gates  also  shall  be  open  continually; 
they  ^hall  not  be  shut  day  nor  night.  Isa.  60 :11. 

Zion  stands  with  hills  surrounded,— Zion,  kept  by 
power  divine; — All  her  foes  shall  be  confounded, — 
Though  the  world  in  arms  combine. 

Let  the  peace  of  Christ  rule  in  your  hearts, 
to  the  which  also  ye  were  called  in  one  body, 
and  be  ye  thankful.    Col.  3  :15. 

In  hope  that  sends  a  shining  ray — Far  down  the 
future's  broadening  way — In  peace  that  only  Thou 
canst  give, — With  Thee,  0  Master,  let  me  live ! 

MONDAY  9.— Ps.  135.   'Heb.  2:1-8. 
Be  strong  and  of  good  courage,  fear  not,  nor 
be  affrighted  at  them:  for  the  Loed  thy  God, 
He  it  is  that  doth  go  with  thee ;  He  will  not 
fail  thee,  nor  forsake  thee.    Deut.  31 :6. 

Be  our  Strength  in  hours  of  weakness, — In  our 
wanderings,  be  our  Guide ; — Through  endeavor,  fail- 
ure, danger, — Father,  be  Thou  at  our  side ! 

"Whether  one  member  suffereth,  all  the  mem- 
bers suffer  with  it;  or  one  member  is  honored, 
all  the  members  rejoice  with  it.    1  Cor.  12  :26. 

We  share  our  mutual  woes, — ^Our  mutual  burdens 
bear, — Our  fears,  our  'hopes,  our  aims,  are  one, — Our 
comforts  and  our  care. 

TUESDAY  10.— 2  Kings  6:8-23,    Heb.  2:9-18. 

Moses  stood  in  the  gate  of  the  camp,  and  said, 


AUGUST. 


113 


Whoso  is  on  the  Lord's  side,  let  him  come  unto 
me.    Ex.  32:26. 

Stand  up! — stand  up  for  Jesus! — Ye  soldiers  of 
the  Cross ; — ^Lift  high  His  royal  banner, — It  must  not 
suffer  loss. 

With  the  heart  man  believeth  unto  righteous- 
ness; and  with  the  mouth  confession  is  made 
unto  salvation.    Rom.  10:10. 

So  shall  our  lives  Thy  power  proclaim, — Thy  grace 
for  every  sinner  free, — Till  all  mankind  shall  know 
Thy  name, — ^Shall  all  stretch  out  their  hands  to 
Thee. 

WEDNESDAY  11.— 2  Kings  6:24,  2S;  7:1-20 
Heb.  3:1-14. 

My  holy  name  will  I  make  known  in  the 
midst  of  My  people,  Israel.   Ezek.  39  :7. 

In  Zion  God  is  known, — A  Refuge  in  distress ; — 
How  bright  has  His  salvation  shone — Through  all 
her  palaces ! 

If  ye  abide  in  My  word,  then  are  ye  truly 
My  disciples;  and  ye  shall  know  the  truth,  and 
the  truth  shall  make  you  free.   John  8  ;31,  32. 

To  serve  the  present  age, — My  calling  to  fulfill  ;— 
Oh,  may  it  alll  my  powers  engage, — To  do  my  Mas- 
ter's will. 

THURSDAY  12.— Jonah  1.    Heb.  4:1-13. 

The  Lord  our  God  is  righteous  in  all  His 
works  which  He  doeth.    Dan.  9  :14. 

Good  is  the  Lord  our  God, — ^His  truth  and  mercy 
sure; — While  earth  and  heaven  shall  last, — His  pro- 
mises endure. 


114 


AUGUST. 


If  we  say  that  we  have  not  sinned,  we  make 
Him  a  liar,  and  His  word  is  not  in  us.  1  John 
1:8. 

Mine  is  the  sin,  but  Thine  the  righteousness; — 
Mine  is  the  guilt,  but  Thine  the  cleansing  blood; — 
Here  iS  my  robe,  my  refuge,  and  my  peace — Thy 
blood.  Thy  righteousness,  O  Lord,  my  God. 

®PRroAY  13  ^Memorial  Day.— Jonah  2.  Heb. 

4:14—5:10. 

And  now.  Lord,  what  wait  I  for?  My  hop© 
is  in  Thee.    Ps.  39  :7. 

Thou  sweet  beloved  WiW  of  God, — My  anchor 
ground,  my  fortress  hill ; — My  spirit's  silent  fair 
abode, — ^In  Thee  I  hide  me,  and  am  still. 

This  is  His  commandment,  that  we  should 
believe  in  the  name  of  His  Son  Jesus  Christ, 
and  love  one  another,  even  as  He  gave  us  com- 
mandment.   1  John  3  :2'3. 

Jesus  calls  us !  By  Thy  mercies, — Saviour,  may 
we  hear  Thy  call ; — Give  our  hearts  to  Thy  obedi- 
ence,— -Serve  and  love  Thee  best  of  all! 

SATURDAY  14.— Jonah  3.  Can.  9.15-18. 

Hear  me,  O  Lord,  hear  me,  that  this  people 
may  know  that  Thou,  Lord,  art  God,  and  that 
Thou  hast  turned  their  heart  back  again. 
1  Kings  18:37. 

Spirit  of  God!  descend  upon  my  heart; — Wean  it 
from  earth,  through  all  its  pulses  move; — Stoop  to 
my  weakness,  mighty  as  Thou  art, — And  make  me 
love  Thee  as  I  ought  to  love. 

I  how  my  knees  unto  the  Father,  from  Whona 


AUGUST. 


115 


every  family  in  heaven  and  on  earth  is  named. 
Eph.  3:14. 

Father,  hear  the  prayer  we  off€r ! — 'Not  for  ease 
that  prayer  shall  be, — But  for  strength  that  we  may 
ever — Live  our  lives  courageously. 

34tb  "CCleeft— lUb  SunDas  after  CrinitB- 

SUIVDAY  15.--^Epistle,  1  Cor.  15:1-11.  Gospel, 
Luke  18:9-14. 

0  Thou  hope  of  Israel,  Thou  art  the  Savioui- 
thereof  in  the  time  of  trouble.    Jer.  14 :8. 

Lord,  uphold  me  day  by  day,^Shed  a  light  upon 
my  way; — Guide  me  through  perplexing  snares, — 
Care  for  me  Ln  all  my  cares. 

Simon  Peter  answered  Him,  Lord,  to  whom 
shall  we  go?  Thou  hast  the  words  of  eternal 
life.    John  6:68. 

1  lift  my  heart  to  Thee,  Saviour  Divine, — For  Thou 
art  all  to  me,  and  I  am  Thine. 

MONDAY  16— Ps.  138.    Heb.  5:11—6:8. 

iSing  unto  the  Lord  a  new  song,  and  His 
praise  from  the  end  of  the  earth.   Isa.  42  :10. 

When  all  Thy  mercies,  O  my  God ! — 'My  rising  soul 
surveys, — Transported  with  the  view,  I'm  lost — In 
wonder,  love,  and  praise. 

Let  each  man  prove  his  own  work.    Gal.  6  :4. 

O  may  I  harbor  in  my  breast — No  thought  that 
cannot  bear  the  test, — When  Thou  discover'st  by 
Thy  light — To  me  what  is  not  right. 


V 

116  AUGUST. 

TUESDAY  17.— Jonah  4.    Heb.  6:9-20. 

What  god  is  there  in  heaven  or  in  earth,  that 
can  do  according  to  Thy  works,  and  according 
to  Thy  mighty  acts?   Deut.  3:24. 

O  God,  Thy  power  is  wonderfuil, — Thy  glory  pass- 
ing bright; — Thy  wisdom,  with  its  deep  on  deep, — 
A  rajpture  to  the  sight. 

Little  children,  abide  in  Him.    1  John  2  :28. 

'T  is  only  in  Thee  hiding — I  know  my  life  secure; 
— Only  in  Thee  abiding, — The  conflict  can  endure. 

WEDNESDAY  18 — 2  Chron.  26:3-10,  16-21.  Heb. 
7:1-7.  22-28. 

Behold,  all  his  fellows  shall  be  put  to  shame ; 
let  them  all  he  gathered  together,  let  them  stand 
up ;  they  shall  fear,  they  shall  be  put  to  shame 
together.    Isa.  44:11. 

Fear  not,  O  little  Flock,  the  foe — Who  madly  seeks 
your  overthrow; — Dread  not  his  rage  and  power;— 
What  though  your  courage  sometimes  faints, — His 
seeming  triumph  o'er  God's  saints — 'Lasts  but  a  little 
hour. 

We  also  rejoice  in  our  tribulations.  Rom. 
5:3. 

Teach  me  to  feel  that  Thou  art  always  nigh; — 
Teach  me  the  struggles  of  the  soul  to  bear; — To 
check  the  rising  doubt,  the  rebel  sigh  ; — Teach  me 
the  patience  of  unanswered  ^prayer. 

THURSDAY  19—2  Kings  18:1-12.   Heb.  8. 
Cast  thy  burden  upon  the  Lord,  and  He  will 
sustain  thee.    Ps.  55  :22. 

He  will  gird  thee  by  His  power, — In  thy  weary, 


AUGUST. 


11/ 


fainting  hour; — 'Lean  then,  loving,  on  His  word; — 
Cast  thy  burden  on  the  Lord. 

"Whatsoever  He  saith  unto  you,  do  it.  John 
2:5. 

More  moulded  to  Thy  will, — Lord,  let  Thy  servant 
be. 

FRroAY  20.— 2  Kings  18:13-25.    Heb.  9:1-15. 

I  have  de<;lare<l,  and  I  have  saved.  Isa. 
43:12. 

Ch,  magnify  the  Lord  with  me, — With  me  exalt 
His  yame! — When  in  distress  to  Him  I  called, — 
He  to  my  rescue  came. 

The  Lord  knoweth  how  to  deliver  the  godly 
out  of  temptation.    2  Peter  2  :9. 

When  I  in  grievous  peril  stand,— Beset  with  doubts 
on  every  hand ; — When  fails  my  strength,  and  when 
my  path, — ^Such  great  and  unknown  terrors  hath  ; — 
Thee,  my  great  Counsellor,  I  still  can  trace, — Un- 
searchable in  wisdom,  power,  and  grace. 

S  SATURDAY  21 — Memorial  Day — 2  Kings  18: 
28-37.    Isa.  29:18-21. 

Who  hath  wrought  and  done  it,  calling  the 
generations  from  the  beginning?  I,  the  Lord, 
the  first,  and  with  the  last,  I  am  He.   Isa.  41 :4. 

God  is  our  Strength  and  Song, — And  His  salvation 
ours : — ^Then  be  His  love  in  'Christ  proclaimed, — 
With  all  our  ransomed  powers. 

Through  Christ  we  received  grace  and  apos- 
tleship,  unto  obedience  of  faith  among  all  the 
nations,  for  His  name's  sake.    Rom.  1 :5. 


ii8 


AUGUST. 


Thy  thoughts  of  peace  o'er  us  fulfill, — Incline  our 
hearts  to  do  Thy  will ; — Thy  gospel  make  more  fully 
known, — May  all  the  world  Thy  goodness  own. 

35tb  THIlceh-l2tb  Sun&a?  aner  Cdntts- 

SUNDAY  32.— Epistle,  2  Cor.  3:4-11.  Gospel, 
Mark  7 -.21-^7. 

God  -will  send  forth  His  lovingkindness  and 
trutli.    Ps.  57:4. 

Wide  as  the  earth  is  Thy  command, — Vast  as  eter- 
nity Thy  love, — Firm  as  a  rock  Thy  truth  shall  stand, 
— When  rolling  years  shall  cease  to  move. 

Let  no  man  rob  you  of  your  prize.   Ool.  2  :18. 

Keep  me  through  Thy  :po.wer — So  minded  each 
hour, — ^That  I  naught  beside — IMay  know  but  Thee 
only,  and  Thee  Crucified. 

MONDAY  33.— Ps.  139:1-12;  23,  24.  Heb.  9: 
16-28. 

The  Rock,  His  work  is  perfect;  For  all  His 
ways  are  justice.    Deut.  32  :4. 

Justice  and  truth  maintain — Thy  everlasting  reign. 

The  Lord  Jesus  Christ  is  our  hope.  1  Tim. 
1:11. 

Reality  and  solid  ground, — Firm  root  in  Thee  to 
gain ; — To  feel  Thy  precious  blood  hath  drowned — 
Whatever  gives  Thee  pain  : — 'T  is  this  I  want,  nor 
can  I  be — ^Content,  till  I  am  one  with  Thee, — Until 
my  life  is  hid  in  Thine, — Till  Thou  art  wholly  mine. 

TUESDAY  34.-2  Kings  19:1.  2;  5-19.  Heb.  10: 
1-18. 

Oh  give  thanks  unto  the  Lord,  call  upon  His 


AUGUST. 


119 


name;  Make  known  among  the  jyeoples  His 
doings.    Ps.  105 :1. 

Haste,  O  haste  !  and  spread  the  tidings— Wide  to 
earth's  remotest  strand ; — ^Let  no  brother's  bitter  chid- 
ings — Rise  against  us  when  we  stand — In  the  judg- 
ment,— From  some  far,  forgotten  land. 

We  rejoice  in  hope  of  the  glory  of  God.  Rom. 
5:2. 

Soon  shall  my  eyes  behold  Thee, — With  rapture, 
face  to  face; — One  half  hath  not  been  told  me — Of 
all  Thy  ipower  and  grace  : — Thy  beauty.  Lord,  and 
glory, — The  wonders  of  Thy  love, — Shall  be  the  end- 
less story — ^Of  all  the  saints  above. 

WEDNESDAY  25.-2  Kings  19:20-37.  Heb.  10: 
19-31. 

Let  Thy  hand  be  lifted  up  above  Thine  ad- 
versaries.   Micah  5  :9. 

Amen,  Lord  Jesus,  grant  our  prayer ! — Great  Cap- 
tain, now  Thine  arm  make  bare, — Fight  for  us  once 
again  ! 

If  ye  should  sufFer  for  righteousness'  aake, 
blessed  are  ye.    1  Peter  3 :14. 

Why  should  I  complain  then  of  want  or  distress, 
— Temptation  or  pain?  for  He  told  me  no  less; — 
The  heirs  of  salvation,  I  know  from  His  word, — 
Through  much  tribulation  must  follow  their  Lord. 

THURSDAY  26.-2  Kings  20:1-11.  Heb.  10: 
32-39. 

The  ox  knoweth  his  owner,  and  the  ass  his 
master's  crib ;  but  Israel  doth*  not  know,  My 
people  doth  not  consider.    Isa.  1 :3. 


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AUGUST. 


More  gratitude  give  me,  more  trust  in  the  Lord; 
— More  pride  in  His  glory,  more  hope  in  His  word. 

There  is  no  distinction;  for  all  liave  sinned 
and  fall  short  of  the  glory  of  God.  Eom, 
3:23. 

Wash  me,  and  make  me  thus  Thine  own ; — Wash 
me,  and  mine  Thou  art ; — Wash  me,  but  not  my  feet 
done, — 'My  hands,  my  head,  my  heart. 

FRIDAY  27 — Memorial  Day — Isa.  38 :9-20.  Heb. 
11:1-12. 

Of  old  didst  Thou  lay  the  foundation  of  the 
earth;  And  the  heavens  are  the  work  of  Thy 
hands.   (Ps.  102:26. 

High  in  the  heavens,  eternal  God, — Thy  goodness, 
in  full  glory  shines; — Thy  truth  shall  break  through 
every  cloud — That  veils  and  darkens  Thy  designs. 

But  ye,  beloved,  build  up  yonrselves  on  your 
most  holy  faith,  praying  in  the  Holy  Spirit. 
Jude  V.  20. 

Oh,  for  the  priceless  merit — Of  Thy  redeeming 
Cross, — Vouchsafe  Thy  sevenfold  Spirit, — ^And  turn 
to  gain  our  loss ; — Till  we  by  strong  endeavor — In 
heart  and  mind  ascend, — And  dwell  with  Thee  for 
ever— ^In  raptures  without  end, 

SATURDAY  28.-2  Kings  20 : 12-2' .    Zech.  7  :4-10 

Ye  shall  not  go  out  in  haste,  neither  shall 
ye  go  by  flight :  for  the  Lord  will  go  before  you : 
and  the  Grod  of  Israel  will  be  your  rearward. 
Isa.  55  :12.  • 

Be  our  Strength  in  hours  of  weakness, — In  our 


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wanderings,  be  our  Guide; — Through  endeavor,  fail 
ure,  danger, — Father,  be  Thou  at  our  side ! 

Grace  to  you  and  peace  be  multiplied  in  the 
knowledge  of  God  and  of  Jesus  our  Lord. 
2  Peter  1:3. 

Hallowed  to  Thee  be  every  heart :— Instructed  in 
Thy  righteous  will,— Where'er  they  go,  whate'er  they 
do, — In  all,  Thy  great  designs  fulfill. 

36tb  "fflHeeft— I3tb  SunOas  after  Crtnits. 

©  SUNDAY  39.— Epistle,  Gal.  3  : 15-22.  Gospel,  Luke 
10:23-37. 

"Why  do  the  nations  rage,  And  the  peoples 
meditate  a  vain  thing?    Ps.  2:1. 

When  He  makes  bare  His  arm, — What  shall  His 
work  withstand? — When  He  His  people's  cause  de- 
fends,— Who,  who  shall  stay  His  hand? 

Jesus  saw  Nathanael  coming  to  Him,  and 
saith  of  him,  Behold,  an  Israelite  indeed,  in 
whom  is  no  guile.    John  1 :47. 

When  simplicity  we  cherish, — Then  the  soul  is 
full  of  light. 

MONDAY  30.— Ps.  143.    Heb.  11:13-30. 

As  the  new  heavens  and  the  new  earth,  which 
I  will  make,  shall  remain  before  Me,  saith  the 
Lord,  so  shall  your  seed  and  your  name  remain. 
Isa.  66  :22. 

Fading  is  the  worldling's  pleasure, — All  his  boast- 
ed pomp  and  show; — ^Solid  joys  and  lasting  treasure 
— None  but  Zion's  children  know. 

God  sent  not  the  Son  into  the  world  to  judg-e 


122 


AUGUST. 


the  world;  but  that  the  world  should  be  saved 
through  Him.    John  3:17. 

O  Hope  of  every  contrite  heart! — O  Joy  of  all  the 
meek ! — To  those  who  fall,  how  kind  Thou  art ! — 
How  good  to  those  who  seek ! — But  what  to  those 
who  find?  Ah!  this — Nor  tongue  nor  pen  can  show; 
— The  love  of  Jesus,  what  it  is, — None  but  His  loved 
ones  know. 

TUESDAY  31.-2  Kings  22.    Heb.  11:32-40. 

Thy  people  also  shall  be  all  righteous;  they 
shall  inherit  the  land  for  ever,  the  branch  of  My 
planting,  the  work  of  My  hands,  that  I  may  be 
glorified.    Isa.  60:21. 

Come,  and  begin  Thy  reign — Of  everlasting  peace; 
— Come,  take  the  kingdom  to  Thyself, — Great  King 
of  Righteousness ! 

The  <jrod  of  all  grace,  who  called  you  unto 
His  eternal  glory  in  Christ,  after  that  ye  have 
suffered  a  little  while,  shall  Himself  perfect, 
establish,  strengthen  you.    1  Peter  5  :10. 

But  since  I  have  not  strength  to  flee  temiptation — 
And  crucify  each  sinful  inclination, — Oh,  let  Thy 
Spirit  grace  and  strength  provide  me, — And  gently 
guide  me. 


SEPTEMBER 

WEDNESDAY  1 — 2  Kings  23:1-6;  11-15;  21-26. 
He,b.  12:1-13. 

•0  Lord,  my  strength,  and  my  stronghold,  and 
my  refuge  in  the  day  of  affliction,  unto  Thee 


SEPTEMBER. 


123 


shall  the  nations  come  from  the  ends  of  the 
earth.    Jer.  16:19. 

Thy  wondrous  goodness,  love,  and  power, — Our 
grateful  song  rehearses; — For  Thou  hast  been  our 
strength  and  stay — In  many  a  dark  and  dreary  day 
— Of  sorrow  and  reverses. 

We  have  this  treasure  in  earthen  vessels,  that 
the  exceeding  greatness  of  the  power  may  be  of 
God,  and  not  from  ourselves.    2  Cor.  4 :7. 

Let  Thy  presence  go  with  me, — Saviour,  else  I 
dare  not  move ; — With  Thy  aid  and  led  by  Thee, — 
I  will  go,  constrained  by  love ; — Serve  Thy  cause 
with  all  my  might, — Deeming  every  burden  light : — 
And  if  favored  with  success, — To  Thee  render  all 
the  praise. 

THITRSDAY  2.-2  Kings  24:8-19.    Heb.  12:14-29. 

As  the  heavens  are  high  above  the  earth,  so 
great  is  His  lovingkindness  toward  them  that 
fear  Him.    Ps.  103  :11. 

He  raiseth  the  fallen.  He  cheereth  the  faint ; — 
The  weak  and  opprest — ^He  will  hear  their  complaint; 
— The  way  may  be  weary,  and  thorny  the  road, — 
But  how  can  we  falter? — our  help  is  in  God! 

Rejoice  with  them  that  rejoice,  and  weep  with 
them  that  weep.   Rom.  12  :15. 

I  ask  Thee  for  a  thoughtful  love, — Through  con- 
stant watching  wise, — To  meet  the  glad  with  joyful 
smiles, — And  wipe  the  weeping  eyes  ; — A  heart  at 
leisure  from  itself, — To  soothe  and  sympathize. 

FRIDAY  3.-2  Kings  25:1-21.  Heb.  13:1-3;  S-12. 
He  doeth  according  to  His  will  in  the  army 


124 


SEPTEMBER. 


of  Heaven,  and  among  the  inhabitants  of  the 
earth ;  and  none  can  stay  'His  hand,  or  say  unto 
Him,  What  doest  Thou?   Dan.  4:35. 

Leave  to  iHis  sovereign  sway — To  choose  and  to 
command, — With  wonder  filled  thou  then  shalt  own 
— How  wise,  how  strong  His  hand. 

The  Lord  is  full  of  pity  and  merciful.  James 
5:11. 

"Mine  is  an  unchanging  love, — Higher  than  the 
heights  above, — ^Deefper  than  the  depths  beneath, — 
Free  and  faithful,  strong  as  death. 

SATURDAY  4.-2  Kings  25  :22-30.    Ps.  50:14-23. 

Nations  shall  come  to  thy  light,  and  kings 
to  the  brightness  of  thy  rising.    Isa.  60 :3. 

In  every  clime,  by  every  tongue, — Be  God's  sur- 
passing glory  sung; — ^Let  all  the  listening  earth  be 
taught — The  wonders  by  our  Saviour  wrought. 

Jesus  delivereth  us  from  the  wrath  to  come. 
1  Thess.  1:10. 

When  first  before  His  mercy-seat — Thou  didst  thy 
all  to  Him  commit, — ^He  gave  thee  warrant,  from 
that  hour, — To  trust  'His  wisdom,  love,  and  power. 

37tb  TUfleeft— I4tb  Sun&as  after  (IrtnltB. 

€  SUNDAY  5.— Epistle,  Gal.  5:16-24.  Gospel,  Luke 
17:11-19. 

Thou  hast  set  my  feet  in  a  large  place.  Ps. 
31:8. 

My  God,  I  thank  Thee,  Who  hast  made — The  earth 
so  bright, — So  full  of  splendor  and  of  joy, — Beauty 


SEPTEMBER. 


125 


and  light ; — So  many  glorious  things  are  here, — No- 
ble and  right. 

Eeceive  with  meekness  the  implanted  word, 
which  is  able  to  save  your  souls.   James  1:21. 

Lord,  our  eyes  unjeal, — To  our  minds  reveal — 
All  that  (glorious  hidden  treasure, — Grace  and  mercy 
without  measure, — Which  in  Thy  good  word — For 
our  need  .is  stored. 

MONDAY  6._Ps.  145.    Heb.  13:13-25. 

I  will  divide  Him  a  portion  with  the  great, 
and  He  shall  divide  the  spoil  with  the  strong. 
Isa.  53:12. 

To  bless  our  earth  again, — Assume  Thine  own  al- 
mighty power, — And  o'er  the  nations  reign. — The 
world's  Desire  and  Hope, — All  power  to  Thee  is 
given  ; — Now  set  the  last  great  empire  up, — -Eternal 
Lord  of  heaven  ! 

Study  to  be  quiet,  and  to  do  your  own  busi- 
ness, and  to  work  with  your  hands.  1  Thess. 
4:11. 

May  Jesus'  grace  and  blessing — Attend  me  without 
ceasing : — Thus  I  stretch  out  my  hand, — 'And  do  that 
work  with  pleasure, — Which,  in  my  call  and  measure, 
— My  God  for  me  to  do  ordained. 

TUESDAY  7.— Jer.  29:1-14.    1  Tim.  1  :1,  2;  12-17. 

He  satisdSeth  the  longing  soul,  And  the  hun- 
gry soul  He  filleth  with  good.   Ps.  107 :9. 

Hungry  and  thirsty  after  Thee — May  I  be  found 
each  hour; — Hum/ble  in  heart,  and  constantly, — ^Sup- 
ported by  Thy  power. 


126 


SEPTEMBER. 


The  Lord  of  peace  Himself  give  you  peace  at 
all  times  in  all  ways.    2  Thess.  3  :16. 

The  peace  which  God  alone  reveals, — And  by  His 
word  of  grace  imparts, — Which  only  the  believer 
feels, — Direct,  and  keep,  and  cheer  our  hearts. 

AV^DNESDAY  8.— Jer.  30:1-5;  7-11.  1  Tim. 
2:1-10. 

They  that  stumbled  are  girded  with  strengtli. 
1  Sam.  2:4. 

O  Jesus,  Who  art  waiting — Thy  faithful  ones  to 
crown, — Vouchsafe  to  bless  our  conflict,— Our  loving 
service  own ;— Come,  in  each  heart  forever — As 
King  adored  to  reign, — Till  we  with  saints  triumph- 
ant— Uplift  the  victor  strain. 

For  we  are  His  workmanship,  created  in 
Christ  Jesus  for  good  works,  which  God  afore 
prepared  that  we  should  walk  in  them.  Ephes. 
2:10. 

Direct,  control,  and  sanctify  each  motion — Within 
my  soul,  and  make  it  thus  to  be — Prayerful,  and  still, 
and  full  of  deep  devotion, — A  holy  temple,  worthy, 
Lord,  of  Thee ! 

THURSDAY  9 — Jer.  30:12-22.  1  Tim.  3:14-16; 
4:1-5. 

My  soul  thirsteth  for  God,  for  the  living  God : 
When  shall  I  come  and  appear  before  God?  Ps. 
42  :2. 

On  Thy  redeeming  name  we  call, — Poor  and  un- 
worthy though  we  be; — Pardon  and  sanctify  us  all; 
— Let  each  Thy  full  salvation  see. 

I^ost  thou  believe  on  the  iSon  of  God  ?  John 
9  :35. 


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Nought  in  this  world  affords  true  rest — But 
Chrisit's  atoning  blood; — This  purifies  the  guilty 
breast, — And  reconciles  to  God  : — Hence  flows  un- 
feigned love  to  Him — Who  came  lost  sinners  to  re- 
deem,— And  Christ  our  Saviour  doth  appear — Dail> 
to  us  more  dear. 

FRIDAY  10— Jer.  31:1-14.    1  Tim.  4:6-16. 

Only  rebel  not  against  the  Lord,  neither  fear 
je  the  people  of  the  land.    Num.  14:9. 

The  reproach  of  Christ  is  glorious ;— Those  who 
here  his  burden  bear, — In  the  end,  shall  prove  vic- 
torious,— And  eternal  gladness  share. 

And  he  said,  Lord,  I  believe.  And  he  wor- 
shipped Him.    John  9  :38. 

Henceforth  myself  to  Thee  I  give, — With  single 
heart  and  eye, — To  walk  before  Thee  while  I  live, 
— And  bless  Thee  when  I  die. 

SATURDAY  11.— Jer.  31:15-22.  1  Kings  17:8-16. 

Thou  shalt  consider  in  thy  heart,  that,  as  a 
man  chasteneth  his  son,  so  the  Lord  thy  God 
chasteneth  thee.    Deut.  8  :5. 

What  our  Father  does  is  well : — Though  He  sad- 
den hill  and  dell, — Upward  yet  our  praises  rise— 
For  the  strength  His  Word  supplies. — He  has  called 
us  sons  of  God; — iCan  we  murmur  at  His  rod? 

I,  if  I  be  lifted  up  from  the  earth,  will  draw 
all  men  unto  Myself.    John  12  :32. 

Saviour  !  sprinkle  many  nations, — Fruitful  let  Thy 
sorrows  be; — By  Thy  pains  and  consolations, — Draw 
the  Gentiles  unto  Thee : — Of  Thy  cross  the  won- 
drous story, — Be  it  to  the  nations  told  ; — Let  them 
see  Thee  in  Thy  glory, — And  Thy  mercy  manifold. 


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38tb  Udceh-lStb  Suneag  after  c;rinUB. 

®  SUNDAY  12._(Epistle,  Gal.  5:25—6:10.  Gospel, 
Matt.  6:24-34. 

Turn  Thou  me,  and  I  shall  be  turned;  for 
Thou  art  the  Lord,  my  God.    Jer.  31 :18. 

Have  I  long  in  sin  'been  sleeping — Long  been 
slighting,  grieving  Thee?— 'Has  the  world  my  heart 
been  keeping?— Oh,  forgive  and  rescue  me. 

Every  scripture  inspired  of  God  is  also  pro- 
fitable for  teaching,  for  reproof,  for  correction, 
for  instruction  which  is  in  righteousness :  that 
the  man  of  God  may  be  complete,  furnished 
completely  unto  every  good  work.  2  Tim.  3 : 
16,  17. 

What  Thy  holy  word  declareth — Shall  my  rule 
and  practice  be. 

MONDAY  13— Ps.  146.    1  Tim.  5:17-25. 

The  LoKD  hath  made  known  His  salvation : 
His  righteousness  hath  He  openly  showed  in 
the  sight  of  the  nations.    Ps.  98  :2. 

Yes,  we  trust  the  day  is  breaking, — Joyful  times 
are  near  at  hand ; — God,  the  mighty  God,  is  speak- 
ing— By  His  word,  in  every  land : — Mark  His  pro- 
gress,— Darkness  flies  at  His  command. 

Brethren,  pray  that  'the  word  of  the  Lord 
may  run  and  be  glorified.    2  Thess.  3  :1. 

Send  Thou  Thy  servants  forth, — To  call  Thy  chil- 
dren home ; — ^From  west  and  east,  and  south  and 
north, — 'Let  all  the  wanderers  come. 


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TUESDAY  14.— Jer.  31:23-37.    1  Tim.  6:1-12. 

At  the  commandment  of  the  Lord  they  en- 
camped, and  at  the  commandment  of  the  Lord 
they  journeyed:  they  kept  the  charge  of  the 
Lord.    Dent.  9:23. 

Grant  us  all  the  favor — To  oibey  Thy  voice; — 
Yea,  what  Thou  directest, — Be  our  only  choice. 

The  things  which  ye  both  learned  and  re- 
ceived and  heard  and  saw  in  me,  these  things 
do:  and  the  Grod  of  peace  shall  be  with  vou. 
Phil.  4:9. 

Oh  may  our  lives,  through  grace,  abound — In  holy 
fruits,  and  Thee  proclaim  ! — 'Let  all  Thy  courts  with 
praises  sound — Thy  gracious  hand,  Tliy  wondrous 
r^ame. 

WEDNESDAY  15 — Jer.  33.1-11.    1  Tim.  6:13-21. 

I  will  bless  thee ;  and  be  thou  a  blessing. 
Gen.  12:2. 

0  grant  us  new  displays — Of  glory  and  of  grace ; 
— Touch  our  lips  with  hallowed  flame, — While,  to 
sinners  far  and  near, — Of  salvation  in  Thy  Xame — 
Joyfully  we  witness  bear. 

1  can  do  all  things  in  Him  that  strengtheneth 
me.    Phil.  4 :13. 

I  to  Thee  myself  would  give, — And,  until  I  heaven 
inherit, — 'Every  moment  in  Thy  service  spend, — 
Faithful  Friend. 

THURSDAY'  16 — Memorial  Day  Jer  33  12-22 

2  Tim.  1.1-14. 

Thou,  O  Lord,  art  in  the  midst  of  us,  and  we 


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are  called  by  Thy  name ;  leave  us  not.  Jer. 
14 :9. 

Left  to  ourselves  we  shall  but  stray ; — O  lead  us 
on  the  narrow  way, — With  wisest  counsel  guide  us, 
— 'And  give  us  steadfastness,  that  we — May  hence- 
forth truly  follow  Thee. 

He  must  increase,  but  I  must  decrease.  Jobn 
3:30. 

More  of  Thy  presence.  Lord,  impart, — More  of 
Thine  image  let  me  bear  ; — Ereat  Thy  throne  within 
my  heart, — And  reign  without  a  rival  there. 

FRIDAY  17.— Jer.  37:1-16.    2  Tim.  2:1-13. 
I  know  also,  my  Grod,  that  Thou  triest  the 
heart,    and    has't    pleasure    in  uprightness. 

1  Ohron.  29  :17. 

'Bless  every  thought  and  action  ; — Af?ord  me  Thy 
direction  ; — To  Thee  alone  be  tending — Beginning, 
middle,  ending. 

We  must  all  be  made  manifest  before  the 
judgment-seat  of  Christ ;  that  each  one  may  re- 
ceive the  things  done  in  the  body,  according  to 
what  he  hath  done,  whether  it  be  good  or  bad. 

2  Cor.  5  :10. 

Be  this  my  one  great  business  here, — With  godly 
jealousy  and  fear,— Eternal  bliss  to  insure; — Thine 
utmost  counsel  to  fulfill — To  suffer  all  Thy  righteous 
will, — And  steadfast  to  the  end  endure. 

SATLTRDAY  18.— Jer.  37:17—38:6.    Job  5:17-26. 

Let  the  words  of  my  mouth  and  the  medita- 
tion of  my  heart  be  acceptable  in  Thy  sight, 
O  Lord,  my  rock,  and  my  redeemer.   Ps.  19  :14. 


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All  hallowed  be  our  walk  this  day ; — ^May  meek- 
ness form  our  earliest  ray, — And  faithful  love  our 
noontide  light, — And  hope  our  sunset,  calm  and 
bright. 

Wherefore  let  them  also  that  suffer  accord- 
ing to  the  will  of  God  commit  their  souls  in 
well-doing  unto  a  faithful  Creator.  1  Peter 
4:19. 

Steadfast  in  faith  to  Jesus  cleave, — His  faithful- 
ness review, — And  every  burden  with  Him  leave, — 
Whose  love  is  daily  new. 

39tb  TRUeeli— I6tb  Sun&a?  after  ITnnitie. 

5  SUNDAY  lO.^Bpistle,  Eph.  3:13-21.  Gospel,  Luke 
7:11-17. 

The  Lord  be  magnified,  who  hath  pleasure  in 
the  prosperity  of  His  servant.    Ps.  35  :27. 

Through  all  the  changing  scenes  of  life, — In  trou- 
ble, and  in  joy, — The  praises  of  my  God  shall  still — 
My  heart  and  tongue  employ. 

Put  on  therefore,  as  God's  elect,  holy  and  be- 
loved, a  heart  of  compassion,  kindness,  lowli- 
ness, meekness,  longsuffering.    Col.  3  :12. 

Meekness,  humility,  and  love, — Through  all  Thy 
conduct  shine; — O  may  my  whole  deportment  prove, 
— \  copy.  Lord,  of  Thine. 

MONDAY  20.— Ps,  147.    2  Tim.  2:14-26. 
O  Lord,  our  Lord,  How  excellent  is  Thy 
name  in  all  the  earth.    Ps.  8  :1. 

Good  is  the  Lord  our  God, — His  truth  and  mercy 
sure; — While  earth  and  heaven  shall  last, — His  pro- 
mises endure. 


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SEPTEMBER. 


According  as  each  hath  received  a  gift,  min- 
ister it  among  yourselves,  as  good  stevs^ards  of 
the  manifold  grace  of  God.    1  Peter  4:10. 

For  Thy  love  what  due  requital — ^Can  our  feeble 
praises  be? — May  its  power  and  spirit  vital — .Lift  our 
daily  life  to  Thee. — Give  us,  in  our  work  allotted, — 
Active  hand  and  fervent  mind, — Strength  to  serve 
with  heart  devoted, — Grace  to  bear  with  heart  re- 
signed. 

TUESDAY  21._Jer.  39:1,  11,  12;  40:1-6.  2  Tim.  3. 
Praise  waiteth  for  Thee,  O  God,  in  Zion; 
And  unto  Thee  shall  the  vow  be  performed. 
Ps.  65:1. 

To  Thee  our  vows  with  sweet  accord, — Head  of 
Thy  Church,  we  pay; — We  and  our  house  will  serve 
Thee,  Lord, — Thy  word  we  will  obey. 

I  press  on  toward  the  goal  unto  the  prize  of 
the  high  calling  of  God  in  Christ  Jesus.  Phil. 
3:14. 

Lord  Jesus,  I  have  promised — To  serve  Thee  to 
the  end. — O  give  me  grace  to  follow — My  Master 
and  my  Friend ! 

WEDNESDAY  22,— Jer.  41:1;  42:1-16.  2  Tim. 
4:1-8. 

Now  Israel,  what  doth  the  Lord  thy  God  re- 
quire of  thee,  but  to  fear  the  Lord  thy  God,  to 
walk  in  'all  His  ways,  and  to  love  Him,  and  to 
serve  the  Lord  thy  God  with  all  thy  heart  and 
with  all  thy  soul.    Deut.  10:12. 

We  covenant  with  hand  and  heart, — To  follow 
Christ,  our  Lord; — With  world,  and  sin,  and  self  to 
part, — And  to  obey  His  word  ; — To  love  each  other 


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heartily, — In  truth  and  in  sincerity, — And  under 
cross,  reproach  and  shame, — To  glorify  His  Name. 

To  him  that  worketh  not,  but  believeth  on 
Him  that  justifieth  the  ungodly,  his  faith  is 
reckoned  for  righteousness.    Rom.  4:5. 

In  Him  I  confide, — ^His  blood  is  applied; — For  me 
He  hath  suffered,  for  me  He  hath  died. 

THURSDAY  23.— Jer.  43.    2  Tim.  4:9-22. 

The  meek  will  He  guide  in  justice ;  And  the 
meek  will  He  teach  His  way.    Ps.  25  :9. 

Lord,  uphold  m€  day  by  day, — Shed  a  light  upon 
my  way; — Guide  me  through  perplexing  snares, — 
Care  for  me  in  all  my  cares. 

Stand  fast,  in  nothing  affrighted  by  the  ad- 
versaries.   Phil.  1 :28. 

O  may  Thy  soldiers,  faithful,  true,  and  bold, — 
Fight  as  Thy  saints  who  nobly  fought  of  old, — And 
win  with  them  the  victor's  crown  of  gold. 

FRIDAY  24.— Jer.  44:1-8;  26-30.   Tit.  2:1,  7-15. 

Forsake  me  not,  0  Lord  :  O  my  God,  be  not 
far  from  me.    Ps.  38  :21. 

God  will  never  leave  thee, — All  thy  wants  He 
knows, — Feels  the  pains  that  grieve  thee, — Sees  thy 
cares  and  woes. — Raise  thine  eyes  to  heaven. 

Thou  therefore  be  strengthened  in  the  grace 
rliat  is  in  Christ  Jesus.    2  Tim.  2:1. 

We  call  to  recollection — The  years  of  Thy  right 
hand; — And,  strong  in  Thy  protection, — Again 
through  faith  we  stand. 


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SEPTEMBER. 


SATURDAY  25 — Jer.  46:13,  25-28.  Rom.  11: 
22-36. 

He  hath  put  a  new  song  in  my  mouth,  even 
praise  unto  our  God.    Ps.  40:3. 

My  soul,  awake,  and  render — To  God,  thy  great 
Defender, — Thy  prayer  and  adoration — ^For  His  kind 
preservation. 

Therefore  if  thine  enemy  hunger,  feed  him; 
if  he  thirst,  give  him  drink.    Rom.  12  :20. 

Much  forgiven  may  I  learn — 'Love  for  hatred  to 
return  :— Then  assured  my  heart  shall  be, — Thou,  my 
God,  hast  pardoned  me. 

40tb  Tiraeeh— I7tb  Sunftaie  atter  XLxiniXv.- 

SUNDAY  26._,Epistle,  Ephes.  4:1-6.  Gospel,  Luke 
14:1-11. 

Thy  lovingkindness,  O  Lord,  is  in  the  heav- 
ens; Thy  faithfulness  reacheth  unto  the  skies. 
Ps.  36  :5. 

There's  a  wideness  in  God's  mercy, — Like  the  wide- 
ness  of  the  sea; — There's  a  kindness  in  His  justice, 
— Which  is  more  than  liberty. — There  is  no  place 
where  earth's  sorrows — Are  more  felt  than  up  in 
heaven ; — ^There  is  no  place  where  earth's  failings — 
Have  such  kindly  judgment  given. 

The  Father  grant  you  according  to  the  riches 
of  His  glory,  that  ye  may  be  strengthened  with 
power  through  His  Spirit  in  the  inner  man. 
Eph.  3:16. 

Teach  me  Thy  patience ;  still  with  Thee — In  closer, 
dearer  company, — In  work  that  keeps  faith  sweet  and 
strong, — In  trust  that  triumphs  over  wrong. 


SEPTEMBER. 


13o 


©MONDAY  27.— Ps.  148.    Titus  3:1-8,  IS. 

For  the  Lord  will  not  cast  off  for  ever.  Foi 
though  He  cause  grief,  yet  will  He  have  com- 
passion according  to  the  multitude  of  His  lov- 
ingkindnesses.  For  He  doth  not  afflict  willing- 
ly, nor  grieve  the  children  of  men.  Lament. 
3:31-33. 

O  Thou,  Whose  mercy  guides  my  way, — Though 
now  it  seem  severe, — Forbid  my  unbelief  to  say, — 
There  is  no  mercy  here. 

We  look  for  the  blessed  hope  and  appearing 
of  the  glory  of  the  great  God  and  our  Saviour 
Jesus  Christ.    Titus  2:13. 

Come  and  begin  Thy  reign — Of  everlasting  peace; 
— 'Come,  take  the  kingdom  to  Thyself, — Great  King 
of  Righteousness! 

TUESDAY  38— Lament.  1:1-7,  11-16.    1  John  1 

It  is  of  the  Lord's  lovingkindnesses  that  we 
are  not  consumed,  because  His  compassions  fail 
not.  They  are  new  every  morning;  great  is 
Thy  faithfulness.   Lament.  3  :22,  23. 

Cur  broken  spirits  pitying  see; — True  penitence 
imjpart ; — Then  let  a  kindling  glance  from  Thee — 
Beam  hope  upon  the  heart. 

The  word  of  the  Lord  abideth  for  ever.  And 
this  is  the  word  of  good  tidings  which  was 
preached  unto  you.    1  Peter  1 :25. 

And  when  the  gospel  sound  is  heard, — And  when 
proclaimed  Thy  saving  name, — 'May  hearts  be  quick- 
ened, moved,  and  stirred, — .And  souls  be  kindled  into 
flame. 


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SEPTEMBER. 


WEDNESDAY  29.— Lament.  3:18-33.  1  John 
2:1-11. 

Joshua  fell  on  his  face  to  the  earth,  and  did 
worship,  and  said  unto  Him,  What  saith  my 
lord  unto  his  servant  ?    Joshua  5  :14. 

Speak"  to  me  by  name,  O  Master, — Let  me  know- 
it  is  to  me ; — Speak,  ttiat  I  may  follow  faster, — With 
a  step  more  firm  and  free. 

In  Him  were  all  things  created,  in  the  heav- 
ens and  upon  the  earth,  things  visible  and 
things  invisible,  -whether  thrones  or  dominions 
or  principalities  or  powers ;  all  things  have  been 
created  through  Him,  and  unto  Him.  Col. 
1:16. 

I  will  sing  to  my  Creator, — Unto  God  I'll  render 
praise, — Who  by  every  thing  in  nature — 'Magnifies 
His  tender  grace. 

THURSDAY  30.— Lament.  3:37-44,  55-58;  5:21. 
1  John  2:12-29. 

Of  a  truth  I  know  that  it  is  so :  But  how 
can  man  be  just  with  God?  If  He  be  pleased 
to  contend  with  him,  He  cannot  answer  Him 
one  of  a  thousand.    J ob  9  :2,  3. 

All-seeing,  powerful  God ! — Who  can  with  Thee 
contend? — Or  who,  that  tries  th'  unequal  strife, — 
Shall  prosper  in  the  end? 

Christ  blotted  out  the  bond  written  in  ordi- 
nances that  was  against  us,  which  was  contrary 
to  us :  and  He  hath  taken  it  out  of  the  way, 
nailing  it  to  the  cross.    Col.  2  :14. 

Thou  hast  cancelled  my  transgression, — Jesus,  by 


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Thy  precious  blood;— 'May  I  find  therein  salvation, 
— Happiness  and  peace  with  God ; — ^And  since  Thou, 
for  sinners  suffering,— On  the  Cross  wast  made  an 
Offering,— From  all  sin  deliver  me,— That  I  wholly 
Thine  may  be. 


OCTOBER 

FRIDAY  1— Ezra  1.    1  John  3:1-12. 
Teach  me  Thy  way,  O  Lord,  And  lead  me  In 
a  plain  path,  Because  of  mine  enemies.  Ps. 
27:11. 

Lead  me  not,  for  flesh  is  frail, — Where  fierce  trials 
would  assail ; — ^Leave  me  not  in  darkened  hour, — To 
withstand  the  tempter's  power. 

Hereby  we  know  that  we  know  Him,  if  we 
keep  His  commandments.    1  John  2 :3. 

Be  Thou  my  Teacher,  Thou  my  Guide ; — ^May  all 
I  read  be  well  applied ; — My  danger  and  my  refuge 
show, — And  let  me  Thy  salvation  know. 

SATURDAY  3.-,Ezra  3.    2  Chron.  1  ;7-12. 

The  vision  is  yet  for  the  appointed  time,  and 
it  hasteth  toward  the  end,  and  shall  not  lie : 
though  it  tarry,  wait  for  it;  because  it  will 
surely  come,  it  will  not  delay.    Hah.  2  :3. 

When  His  hour  strikes  for  relieving — Help  breaks 
forth  amazingly. 

Insomuch  as  ye  are  partakers  of  Christ's  suf- 
ferings, rejoice ;  that  at  the  revelation  of  His 
glory  also  ye  may  rejoice  with  exceeding  joy. 
1  Peter  4  :3. 


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Then  to  all  who  have  confessed, — Loved  and 
served  the  Lord  below, — He  will  say,  "Come  near, 
ye  blessed,— ^See  the  kingdom  I  bestow. — You  for 
ever : — ^Shall  my  love  and  glory  know." 

4l0t  "Meeft— 18tb  SunDag  after  Criniti? 

SUNDAY  3.— Epistle,  1  Cor.  1 :4-9.  Gospel,  Matt. 
22 :34-46. 

His  name  shall  endure  for  ever;  His  name 
shall  Ibe  continued  as  long  as  the  sun :  And  men 
shall  be  blessed  in  Him ;  All  nations  shall  call 
Him  happy.    Ps.  72:17. 

All  nations  shall  adore  Him ; — His  praise  all  peo- 
ple sing; — For  He  shall  have  dominion — O'er  river, 
sea,  and  shore, — Far  as  the  eagle's  pinion — Or  dove's 
light  wing  can  soar. 

Christ  redeemed  us  from  the  curse  of  the 
law,  having  become  a  curse  for  us.  Gal.  3  :13. 

That  for  our  transgrressions  Thou  wast  wounded, 
— Shall  by  us  in  nobler  strains  ibe  sounded, — When 
we,  perfected  in  love, — Once  shall  join  the  Church 
.above. 

'€  MONDAY  4._Ps.  149,  150.    1  John  3 :13-24. 

I  will  strengthen  thee;  yea,  I  will  help  thee; 
yea,  I  will  uphold  thee  with  the  right  hand  of 
Tny  righteousness.   Isa.  41 :10. 

Though  faint,  yet  pursuing,  we  go  on  our  way; — 
The  Lord  is  our  Leader,  His  word  is  our  stay; — 
Though  suffering,  and  sorrow,  and  trial  be  near, — 
"The  Lord  is  our  Refuge,  and  whom  can  we  fear? 

Brethren,  my  heart's  desire  and  my  supplica- 


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tion  to  God  is  for  Israel,  that  they  may  be 
saved.    Horn.  10:1. 

When  shall  Thine  hour,  dear  Jesus,  come, — That 
Israel's  sons  shall  be  brought  home? — When  shall 
they  in  Thy  Cslame  confide, — Whom  once  their  fath- 
ers crucified? 

TUESDAY  5._Ezra  4:1-5;  5:1-5.    1  John  4:1-10. 

Therefore,  behold,  I  will  cause  them  to  know, 
this  once  will  I  cause  them  to  know  My  hand 
and  My  might ;  and  they  shall  know  that  My 
name  is  the  Lord.    Jer.  16:21. 

Worthy,  O  Lord,  art  Thou, — That  every  knee 
should  bow, — 'Every  tongue  to  Thee  confess; — Uni- 
versal nature  join, — Strong  and  mighty,  Thee  to 
bless; — Gracious,  merciful,  benign. 

Xow  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ  Himself,  and 
God  our  Father  who  loved  us  and  gave  us  eter- 
nal  comfort  and  good  hope  through  grace,  com- 
fort your  hearts  and  establish  them  in  every 
good  work  and  word.    2  Thess.  2  :16,  17. 

Lord,  lead  us  in  Thy  holy  ways, — And  teach  our 
lips  to  tell  Thy  praise ;— Revive  our  hope,  our  faith 
in<crease,— To  taste  the  sweetness  of  Thy  grace. 

WEDNESDAY  6._Ezra  6:1-7,  14-22.  1  John  4: 
11-31. 

The  isles  shall  wait  for  me.    Isa.  51 :5. 

Oh  may  Thy  knowledge  fill  the  earth ; — Increase 
the  number  still — Of  those  who  in  Thy  word  believe, 
— .-^nd  do  Thy  holy  will. 

Lift  up  your  eyes  and  look  on  the  fields,  that 


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thev  are  white  already  unto  harvest.  Johp 
3  :35. 

Lord  of  the  harvest,  laborers  send, — Who  willing 
are  their  lives  to  spend — In  scorching  heat  and  chill- 
ing cold, — To  bring  the  heathen  to  Thy  fold. 

THURSDAY  7.— Isa.  1:1-17.    1  John  5:1-12. 

And  'the  Lord  said  unto  him,  Who  hath  made 
man's  mouth  ?  or  who  maketh  a  man  dumb,  or 
deaf,  or  seeing,  or  blind  ?  is  it  not  I,  the  Lord  t 
Ex.  4:11. 

Come,  labor  on ; — Away  with  gloomy  doubts  and 
faithless  fear ! — No  arm  so  weak  but  may  do  service 
here, — By  hands  the  feeblest  can  our  God  fulfil — 
His  righteous  will. 

The  blood  of  Jesus  Christ  His  Son  cleansetn 
us  from  all  sin.    1  John  1 :7. 

Dear  dying  Lamb,  Thy  precious  blood — Shall  never 
lose  its  power, — Till  all  the  ransomed  church  of  God 
— Be  saved,  to  sin  no  more. 

FRIDAY  8.— Isa.  1:18-31.    1  John  5:13-21. 

Thou  s'halt  rejoice  in  the  Lord,  thou  shalt 
glory  in  the  Holy  One  of  Israel.    Is.  41 :16. 

Lord,  with  glowing  heart  I'd  praise  Thee — For  the 
bliss  Thy  love  bestows; — For  the  pardoning  grace 
that  saves  me. — And  the  peace  that  from  it  flows. 

In  hope  were  we  saved.   Rom.  8  :24. 

Then  hope  in  God,  on  Him  cast  all  thy  care; — 
Thy  father  ne'er  will  leave  His  child  in  danger; — 
He  knows  thy  case,  O  why  shouldst  thou  despair? — 
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hears  thy  sigh,  to  Him  tell  thy  complaint; — Why 
shouldst  thou  faint? 

SATURDAY  9 — Isa.  2:1-5;  4:2-6.    Ps.  32:1-7. 

Who  am  I,  0  Lord  Ood,  and  what  is  my 
house,  that  Thou  hast  brought  me  thus  far? 
2  Sam.  7:18. 

Let  goodness  and  mercy,  my  bountiful  God! — Still 
follow  my  steps  till  I  meet  Thee  a'bove ; — I  seek,  by 
the  path  which  my  forefathers  trod — Through  the 
land  of  their  sojourn.  Thy  Kingdom  of  love. 

To  the  only  wise  God  be  the  glory  forever. 
Rom.  16:27. 

How  are  Thy  servants  blest,  O  Lord ! — How  sure 
is  their  defence! — 'Eternal  wisdorn  is  their  guide, — 
Their  help,  omnipotence. 

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SUNDAY  lO.-^Epistle,  Ephes.  4:22-32.  Gospel, 
Matt.  9-1-8. 

I  will  give  thanks  unto  Thee ;  for  Thou  hast 
answered  me.    Ps.  118  :21. 

Since  nor  end,  nor  bounds,  nor  measure — In  God's 
mercies  can  be  found, — Heart  and  hands  I  lift  with 
pleasure, — .-Ks  a  child  in  duty  bound; — Humbly  still, 
this  grace  imploring, — Thee  to  love  with  all  my 
might ; — Thee  to  serve  both  day  and  night, — Till  to 
higher  regions  soaring, — Fuller  bliss  I  taste  above,— 
Endless  praise  and  perfect  love. 

Grace  be  with  all  them  that  love  our  Lord 
Jesus  with  a  love  incorruptible.    Ephes.  6  :24. 

Grace  and  peace  from  God  our  blessed  Saviour — 
Be  with  all  who  love  His  Name : — ^Church  of  Christ, 
His  service  deem  a  favor, — Joyfully  His  death  pror 


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claiim : — Be  prepared  for  rest  or  for  employment, — 
From  activity  derive  enjoyment; — ^Serve  with  zeal 
and  faithfulness, — Filled  with  love  His  Name  con- 
fess. 

•  MONDAY  11— Ps.  1.    2  John  1-13. 

Thou  knowest  Thy  servant  O  Lord  God. 
2  'Sam.  7  :20. 

Constant  love  to  me  He  shows, — Yea  my  worth- 
less name  He  knows. 

Faithful  is  the  saying,  and  concerning  these 
things  I  desire  that  thou  affirm  confidently,  to 
the  end  that  they  who  have  believed  God  may 
be  careful  to  maintain  good  works.    Tit.  3  :8. 

Thy  power  divine  afford  me  grace — To  love  Thee, 
and  to  walk  Thy  ways, — And  never  from  Thee  to 
depart. 

TUESDAY  12._Isa.  5:1-8,  20,  21.   3  John  1-15. 

The  sceptre  shall  not  depart  from  Judah,  Nor 
the  ruler's  stalf  from  between  his  feet.  Until 
'Shiloh  come ;  And  unto  him  shall  the  obedience 
of  the  peoples  be.   Gen.  49  :10. 

Now  the  song  of  all  the  saved, — -"Worthy  is  the 
Lamb,"  resounds : — Now  resplendent  shine  His  nail- 
prints, — 'Every  eye  shall  see  His  wounds  : — Great  His 
glory ; — Every  knee  to  Him  shall  bow. 

God  would  have  all  men  to  be  saved,  and 
come  to  the  knowledge  of  the  truth.  1  Tim. 
2:4. 

Souls  in  heathen  darkness  lying, — ^Where  no  light 
has  broken  through,— Souls  that  Jesus  bought  by 


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dying,— -Whom  His  soul  in  travail  knew: — Thousand 
voices — 'Call  us  o'er  the  waters  blue. 

■WEDNESDAY  13 — Isa.  6.    Matt.  5:1-12. 

When  all  the  people  saw  it,  they  fell  on  their 
faces:  and  they  said,  The  Lord,  He  is  God; 
The  Lord,  He  is  God.    1  Kings  18  :39. 

Conquering  Prince  and  Lord  of  glory, — .Majesty 
enthroned  in  light ! — All  the  heavens  are  bowed  be- 
fore Thee, — Far  beyond  them  sipreads  Thy  might. — 
Shall  I  fall  not  at  Thy  feet,— .\nd  my  heart  with 
rapture  beat, — Now  Thy  glory  is  displayed, — Thine 
ere  yet  the  words  were  made? 

Be  not  ashamed  therefore  of  the  testimony 
of  our  Lord,  nor  of  me  His  prisoner :  but  suffer 
hardship  with  the  gospel  according  to  the  power 
of  God.    2  Tim.  1 :8. 

Ashamed  of  Jesus !  yes,  I  may, — When  I've  no 
guilt  to  wash  away, — No  tear  to  wipe,  no  good  to 
crave, — ^No  fear  to  quell,  no  soul  to  save. — Till  then, 
nor  is  my  boasting  vain, — Till  then  I  boast  a  Saviour 
slain  ! — And  oh,  may  this  my  glory  be, — That  Christ 
is  not  ashamed  of  me. 

THURSDAY  14._Isa.  9:1-6.    Matt.  5:13-20. 

They  that  seek  the  Lord  shall  not  want  any 
good  thing.    Ps.  34:11. 

Lord,  I  will  not  let  Thee  go, — Till  the  blessing 
Thou  bestow :— O  do  not  my  suit  disdain ; — None 
shall  seek  Thy  face  in  vain. 

Put  on  the  new  man,  that  is  being  reneNved 
unto  knowledge  after  the  image  of  Him  that 
created  him.    Col.  3:10. 


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May  grace  each  idle  thought  control, — And  sancti- 
fy our  wayward  soul ; — 'May  guile  depart,  and  malice 
cease, — And  all  within  be  joy  and  peace. — Our  daily 
course,  O  Jesus,  bless; — Make  plain  the  way  of 
holiness. 

FRIDAY  15.^Isa.  11:1-10.    'Matt.  5:21-30. 

I  will  send  such  as  escape  of  them  unto  the 
nations,  to  the  isles  afar  oflF,  that  have  not 
heard  My  fame,  neither  have  seen  My  glory; 
and  they  shall  declare  My  glory  among  the  na- 
tions.   Isa.  66:19. 

Proclaim  abroad  His  Name, — Tell  of  His  match- 
less fame; — What  wonders  done. 

Rejoice,  ye  Gentiles,  with  His  people.  Rom. 
15  :10. 

See  heathen  nations  bending — Before  the  God  we 
love, — (And  thousand  hearts  ascending — In  gratitude 
above. 

SATURDAY  16.— Isa.  25:1-9.    Prov.  2:1-8. 

He  hath  made  His  wonderful  works  to  be  re- 
membered :  The  Lord  is  gracious  and  merciful. 
Ps.  111:4. 

Let  the  people  praise  Thee,  Lord ; — Be  by  all  that 
live  adored  : — Let  the  nations  shout  and  sing — Glory 
to  their  Saviour-King; — At  Thy  feet  their  tributes 
pay, — ^And  Thy  holy  will  obey. 

God  gave  us  not  a  -spirit  of  fearfulness;  but 
of  power  and  love  and  discipline.    2  Tim.  1 :7. 

Though  clouds  may  surround  us,  our  God  is  our 
Light; — Though  storms  rage  around  us,  our  God  is 
our  Might; — So,  faint  yet  pursuing,  still  onward  we 


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come; — The  Lord  is  our  Leader,  and  heaven  is  our 
home ! 

43rD  naech— 20tb  SunOa?  attet  XLxinit^ 

SUNDAY  17.— Epistle,  Ephes.  5:15-21.  Gospel, 
Matt.  22:1-14. 

Lord,  Thou  hast  been  favorable  unto  Thy 
land ;  Thou  hast  brought  back  the  captivity  of 
Jacob.    Ps.  85  :1. 

Ye  seed  of  Israel's  chosen  race, — Ye  ransomed  of 
the  fall, — Hail  Him  Who  saves  you  by  His  grace, 
— And  crown  Him  Lord  of  all. 

In  everything  commending  ourselves  as  min- 
isters of  God.    2  Cor.  6  :4. 

May  He  teach  us  to  fulfill — What  is  pleasing  in 
His  sight; — Perfect  us  in  all  His  will, — And  preserve 
us  day  and  night. 

MONDAY  18.— Ps.  2.    Matt.  5:33-48. 

I  will  gather  the  remnant  of  my  flock  out 
of  all  the  countries  whither  I  have  driven  them, 
and  will  bring  them  again  to  their  folds ;  and 
they  shall  be  fruitful  and  multiply.    Jer.  23  :3. 

Through  sorrow,  or  through  joy, — Conduct  me  as 
Thine  own, — ^And  help  me  still  to  say, — iMy  Lord, 
Thy  will  be  done ! 

Take  heed  to  thyself  and  to  thy  teaching. 
1  Tim.  4:16. 

From  all  strange  doctrines  us  preserve; — ^Xo  other 
master  may  we  serve — ^But  Christ,  Who  is  our  only 
Saviour; — In  Him  we  will  confide  for  ever. 


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K  TUESDAY  19.— Isa.  26:142.    Matt.  6:1-15. 

Thus  saitli  the  high  and  lofty  One  that  in- 
habiteth  eternity,  whose  name  is  Holy:  I  dwell 
in  the  high  and  holy  place,  with  him  also  that 
is  of  a  contrite  and  humble  spirit,  to  revive  the 
spirit  of  the  humble  and  to  revive  the  heart  of 
the  contrite.    Isa.  57:15. 

0  Hope  of  every  contrite  heart! — O  Joy  of  all 
the  meek! — To  those  who  fall,  how  kind  Thou  art! 
— ^How  good  to  those  who  seek! — But  what  to  those 
who  find?  Ah!  this — Nor  tongue  nor  pen  can  show; 
— The  love  of  Jesus,  what  it  is, — None  but  His  loved 
ones  know. 

Be  perfected;  be  comforted;  be  of  the  same 
mind;  live  in  peace:  and  the  God  of  love  and 
peace  shall  be  with  you.    2  Cor.  13  :11. 

Here  faith  is  ours,  and  heavenly  hope, — And  grace 
to  lead  us  higher: — ^But  there  are  perfectness  and 
peace — Beyond  our  best  desire. — O  by  Thy  love  and' 
anguish,  Lord! — O  by  Thy  life  laid  down! — O  that 
we  fall  not  if rcum  Thy  grace,— Nor  cast  away  our 
crown ! 

WEDNESDAY  20.— Isa.  33:13-24.    Matt.  6:16-23. 

1  will  rejoice  in  Jerusalem,  and  joy  in  My 
people ;  and  there  shall  be  heard  in  her  no  more 
the  voice  of  weeping  and  the  voice  of  crying. 
Isa.  65  :19. 

We  speak  of  its  freedom  from  sin, — From  sorrow, . 
temptation,  and  care, — From  trials  without  and  with- 
in ; — But  what  must  it  be  to  'be  there ! 

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cording  to  ricJies  in  glory  through  Christ 
Jesus.  Phil.  4 :19. 

His  love  foretells  thy  trials, — He  knows  thine 
hourly  need; — He  can,  with  bread  of  heaven, — Thy 
fainting  spirit  feed. 

THITISDAY  21.— Isa.  35.    Matt.  6 -24-34. 

The  Lord  hringeth  the  counsel  of  the  nations 
to  nought ;  He  maketh  the  thoughts  of  the  peo- 
ples to  be  of  no  effect.    Ps.  33  :10. 

Zion's  King  shall  reign  victorious, — All  the  earth 
shall  own  His  sway; — He  will  make  His  kingdom 
glorious, — He  shall  reign  in  endless  day. 

To  this  end  was  the  Son  of  God  manifested, 
that  He  might  destroy  the  works  of  the  devil. 
1  John  3 :8. 

My  heart  shall  triumph  in  my  Lord, — And  bless 
His  works  and  bless  His  word. 

FRIDAY  22.— Isa.  40:1-11.    Matt.  7:1-12. 

He  healeth  the  broken  in  heart,  And  bindetL 
up  their  wounds.    Ps.  147  :3. 

Mornings  of  joy  give  for  evenings  of  tearfulness, 
— Trust  for  our  trembling,  and  hope  for  our  fear. 

The  Lord  will  deliver  me  from  every  evil 
work,  and  will  save  me  unto  His  heavenly  king- 
dom.   2  Tim.  4:8. 

Go  forward.  Christian  soldier, — Beneath  His  ban- 
ner true; — The  Lord  Himself,  thy  leader,— Shall  all 
thy  foes  subdue. 


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SATURDAY  23.— Isa.  40:12-24.   2  Sam.  7:17-29. 
I  will  sing  unto  the  Lord,  because  He  hath 
dealt  bountifully  with  me.    Ps.  13  :6. 

Eternal  King !  in  power  and  love  excelling, — Fain 
would  my  heart  and  mouth  Thy  praise  be  telling; — 
But  'how  can  man's  weak  powers  at  all  come  nigh 
Thee, — How  magnify  Thee? 

So  run  that  ye  may  attain.    1  Cor.  9  :24. 

I  pray  Thee,  Saviour,  keep  me  in  Thy  love, — Until 
death's  hallowed  sleep  shall  me  remove — To  that 
fair  realm,  where  sin  and  sorrow  o'er, — Thou  and 
Thine  own  are  one  for  evermore. 

44tb  TPOleeit— 2lst  Sundas  altec  ^rinits 

SUNDAY  24.— Epistle,  Ephes.  6-10-17.  Gospel, 
John  4 :47-54. 

I  will  sing  unto  the  Lord,  for  He  hath  tri- 
umphed gloriously.    Ex.  15 :1. 

Thy  Name  be  praised, — .Loudest  songs  be  raised 
— Till  to  earth's  remotest  bounds — Extend  the  joyouc 
sounds. 

The  Father  hath  delivered  us  out  of  the 
power  of  darkness,  and  translated  us  into  the 
kingdom  of  the  Son  of  His  love.    Col.  1 :13. 

Finish  then  Thy  new  creation ; — Pure  and  sinlcjo 
let  us  be; — ^Let  us  see  Thy  great  salvation, — Pet- 
fectly  restored  in  Thee; — 'Changed  from  glory  into 
glory, — Till  in  heaven  we  take  our  place, — Till  we 
cast  our  crowns  before  Thee, — ^Lost  in  wonder,  love 
diid  praise. 

MONDAY  25.— Ps.  3.    Matt.  7:13-29. 
Shall  mortal  man  be  more  just  than  God? 


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Shall  a  man  'be  more  pure  than  his  Maker? 
Behold,  He  putteth  no  trust  in  His  servants; 
■And  His  angels  He  chargeth  with  folly.  Job 
4:17,  18.  ' 

Wert  Thou  not  righteous,  Lord, — I  dare  not  come 
to  Thee: — It  is  a  righteous  pardon.  Lord, — Mont 
that  suiteth  me. 

•Let  him  that  thinketh  he  standeth  take  heed 
lest  he  fall.    1  Cor.  10:12. 

From  the  depth  of  nature's  blindness — From  the 
hardening  power  of  sin, — From  all  malice  and  un- 
kindness, — From  the  pride  that  lurks  within, — By 
Thy  mercy, — Oh  deliver  us,  good  Lord ! 

TITESDAY  26.— Isa.  40:25-31.    Matt.  10:1-15. 
I  will  watch  over  them  to  build  and  to  plant, 
saith  the  Lord.    Jer.  31:28. 

I  know  the  power  in  which  I  trust, — The  arm  on 
which  I  lean ; — He  will  my  Saviour  ever  be, — Who 
has  my  Saviour  been. 

The  Lord  shall  give  thee  understanding  in 
all  things.    2  Tim.  2  :8. 

O  'Master,  point  Thou  out  the  way, — Nor  suffer 
Thou  our  steps  to  stray; — Then  in  the  path  that 
leads  to  day — We  follow  Thee. 

©WEDNESDAY  27._Isa.  41  :1-10.    Matt.  10:16-33 
Though  the  Loed  is  high,  yet  hath  He  re- 
spect unto  the  lowly.    Ps.  138  :8. 

Deeply  conscious  of  transgression, — To  Thee  we 
turn,  hear  our  confession, — Assure  us  of  Thy  par- 
doning love  : — O  root  out  what  hath  impeded — Thy 
work,  or  brought  in  harm  unheeded, — ^^nd  every 
stumWing-block  remove. 


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This  is  the  will  of  Him  that  sent  me,  that 
of  all  that  which  He  hath  given  me  I  should 
lose  nothing,  but  should  raise  it  up  at  the  last 
day.    John  6:39. 

Thou  hidden  Source  of  calm  repose ; — Thou  all- 
sufficient  Love  divine ; — My  Help  and  Refuge  from 
my  foes, — Secure  I  am,  for  Thou  art  mine  : — Thou 
art  my  Fortress,  Strength,  and  Tower, — My  Trust 
and  Portion  evermore. 

THURSDAY  38.— Isa.  41  11-20.    Matt.  10:34-42. 

Crreat  peace  have  they  that  love  Thy  law,  and 
they  have  no  occasion  of  stumbling.  Ps. 
119:165. 

Be  our  Comfort  which  ne'er  faileth, — When  any 
trial  us  assaileth, — Or  when  we're  needlessly  dis- 
tressed;— Jesus,  show,  on  each  occasion, — That  Thou 
our  Strength  art  and  Salvation, — Our  Shield,  our 
Hiding-place,  and  Rest. 

Through  our  Lord  Jesus  Christ  we  have  our 
access  by  faith  into  this  grace  wherein  we 
stand;  and  we  rejoice  in  hope  of  the  glory  of 
Ood.    Rom.  5:2. 

Lord,  for  Thy  rich  salvation,  hear  our  prayer, — 
And  daily  give  us  an  aibounding  share ; — And  let  our 
souls  in  all  their  poverty, — F^rom  deep-felt  love  be 
looking  unto  Thee — Till  life's  last  end. 

FRIDAY  29.— Isa.  42:1-11.    Matt.  11:1-15. 

Have  mercy  upon  me,  O  God,  according  to 
Thy  lovingkindness :  According  to  the  multi- 
tude of  Thy  tender  mercies  blot  out  my  trans- 
gressions.   Ps.  51 :1. 


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Triumph  and  reign  in  me, — And  spread  Thy  vic- 
tory;— ^Sin,  and  death,  and  'hell  control, — Pride  and 
self,  and  every  foe; — All  subdue,  through  all  my 
soul — 'Conquering  and  to  conquer  go. 

We  also  pray  always  for  you,  tkat  our  God 
may  count  you  worthy  of  your  calling,  and  ful- 
fil every  desire  of  goodness  and  every  work  of 
faith,  with  power;  that  the  name  of  our  Lord 
Jesus  mav  be  glorified  in  you,  and  ye  in  Him. 
2  Thess.  11,  12. 

Oh  help  us,  Jesus,  from  on  high! — We  know  no 
help  but  Thee : — Oh  help  us  so  to  live  and  die, — 
As  Thine  in  heaven  to  be. 

SATURDAY  30.— Isa.  43:1-11.    Prov.  24:14-20. 
His  glory  covered  the  heavens,  and  the  earth 
was  full  of  His  praise.    Hab.  3  :3. 

God  is  working  His  purpose  out,  as  year  succeeds 
to  year: — God  is  working  His  purpose  out,  and  the 
time  is  drawing  near — Nearer  and  nearer  draws  the 
time, — the  time  that  shall  surely  be, — When  the  earth 
shall  be  filled  with  the  glory  o^  God,  as  the  waters 
cover  the  sea. 

We  also  rejoice  in  God  through  our  Lord 
Jesus  Christ,  thTough  Whom  we  have  now  re- 
ceived the  reconciliation.    Rom.  5  :11. 

Jesus,  Thy  boundless  love  to  me — No  thought  can 
reach,  no  tongue  declare ; — Oh,  knit  my  thankful 
heart  to  Thee, — And  reign  without  a  rival  there 

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SrXDAY  31 — Memorial  Day — ^Epistle,  Phil  1: 
3-11.    Gospel,  Matt.  18:21-35. 

Thus  saith  the  Lord,  Stand  ye  in  the  ways 


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and  see,  aad  ask  for  the  old  paths,  where  is  the 
good  way;  and  walk  therein,  and  ye  shall  find 
rest  for  your  souls:  but  they  said,  "We  will  not 
walk  therein.    Jer.  6:16. 

Lord,  our  God, — May  Thy  precious  saving  word, 
— Till  our  race  is  here  oomipleted, — Light  unto  our 
path  afford ; — And  when  in  Thy  presence  seated, — 
We  to  Thee  will  render  for  Thy  grace — 'Ceaseless 
praise. 

Ye  are  built  upon  the  foundation  of  the  apos- 
tles and  prophets,  Christ  Jesus  Himself  being 
the  c-hief  corner  stone.    Ephes.  2  :20. 

On  Him  we'll  venture  all  we  have, — Our  lives,  our 
all,  to  Him  we  owe; — ^None  else  is  able  us  to  save, — 
Naught  tut  the  Saviour  will  we  know ; — This  we 
subscribe  with  heart  and  hand, — Resolved  through 
grace  thereby  to  stand. 


NOVEMBER 

MONDAY  1.— Ps.  4.   Matt.  11:16-30. 

Behold,  the  Lord's  hand  is  not  shortened, 
that  it  cannot  save ;  neither  His  ear  heavy,  that 
it  cannot  hear ;  but  your  iniquities  have  separat- 
ed between  you  and  your  God,  and  your  sins 
have  hid  His  face  from  you,  so  that  He  will 
not  hear.    Isa.  59  :1,  2. 

Sinful,  sighing  to  be  'blest ; — Bound,  and  longing 
to  be  free; — Weary  and  waiting  for  my  rest, — God 
be  merciful  to  me ! 

None  of  us  liveth  to  himself,  and  none  dieth 
to  himself.    For  whether  we  live,  we  live  unto 


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the  Lord;  or  wliether  we  die,  we  die  unto  the 
Lord :  whether  we  live  therefore,  or  die,  we  are 
the  Lord's.    Eom.  14:7,  8. 

Might  my  thoughts,  my  words  and  whole  behavior 
— Prove  that  I  'belong  to  Christ  my  Saviour, — Yea, 
my  love  to  Jesus  show — His  to  me  in  all  I  do. 

TITESDAY  2.— Isa.  43:12-25.    Matt.  13:1-17. 

Let  everything  that  hath  breath  praise  the 
Lord.    Praise  ye  the  Lord.    Ps.  150 :6. 

All  people  that  on  earth  do  dwell, — Sing  to  the 
Lord  with  cheerful  voice: — Him  serve  with  mirth, 
His  praise  forth  tell, — Come  ye  before  Him  and  re- 
joice. 

I  am  persuaded,  that  neither  death,  nor  life, 
nor  angels,  nor  principalities,  nor  things  pres- 
ent, nor  things  to  come,  nor  powers,  nor  height, 
nor  depth,  nor  any  other  creature,  shall  be  able 
to  separate  us  from  the  love  of  God,  which  is 
in  Christ  Jesus  our  Lord.    Rom.  8  :38,  39. 

His  love  in  time  past — Forbids  me  to  think — He'll 
leave  me  at  last — In  trouble  to  sink; — .Each  sweet 
Ebenezer — I  have  in  review — Confirms  His  good 
pleasure — To  help  me  quite  through. 

-WEDNESDAY  3.— Isa.  44-1-8.  21-23.  Matt.  13: 
18-33. 

Let  my  heart  be  perfect  in  Thy  statutes,  That 
I  be  not  put  to  shame.    Ps.  119  :80. 

Make  me  to  walk  in  Thy  commands, — 'Tis  a  de- 
lightful road;— Nor  let  my  head,  or  heart,  or  hands, 
— Offend  against  my  God. 

Behold  then  the  goodness  and  severity  of 


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God :  toward  them  that  fell,  severity ;  but  to- 
ward thee,  God's  goodness,  if  thou  continue  in 
His  goodness;  otherwise  thou  also  shalt  be  cut 
off.    Rom.  11:22. 

Arm  me  with  jealous  care, — As  in  Thy  sight  to 
live;^And,  oh,  Thy  servant,  Lord,  prepare — The 
strict  account  to  give. 

THURSDAY  4._Isa.  45:11-25.    Matt.  13:34-52. 

Let  ii.s  ffo  .speedily  to  entreat  the  favor  of  the 
Lord,  and  to  seek  the  Lord  of  hosts.  Zech. 
8:21. 

Come  then,  come,  O  flock  of  Jesus, — Covenant 
with  Him  anew; — Unto  Him,  Who  conquered  for  us, 
— ^Pledge  we  love  and  servicre  true. 

God  -will  render  to  every  man  according  to 
his  works :  to  them  that  by  patience  in  well- 
doing seek  for  glory  and  honor  and  incorrup- 
tion,  eternal  life.    Rom.  2  :6,  7. 

O  Jesus,  Thou  hast  promised — To  all  who  follow 
Thee, — That  where  Thou  art  in  glory — There  shall 
Thy  servant  be  : — i.\nd,  Jesus,  I  have  promised — To 
serve  Thee  to  the  end : — O  give  me  grace  to  follow 
— iMy  Master  and  my  Friend! 

FRIDAY  5._Isa.  48:1-11.    Matt.  15:1-20. 

The  government  shall  be  upon  His  shoulder. 
Isa.  9  :6. 

Now,  for  the  travail  of  His  soul, — 'Messiah's 
peaceful  reign  advance; — From  sun  to  sun,  from 
pole  to  pole, — He  claims  His  pledged  inheritance. 

Now  being  made  free  from  sin  and  become 


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servants  to  God,  ye  have  your  fruit  unto  sancti- 
£cation,  and  the  end  eternal  life.    Eom.  6  :22. 

Take  my  life,  and  let  it  be — Consecrated,  Lord,  to 
Thee. 

SATURDAY  6.— Isa.  48  12-22.    Ps.  85:9-14. 

The  Lord  grant  thee  thy  heart's  desire,  and 
fulfil  all  thy  counsel.    Ps.'  20 :4. 

Lord,  Jesus,  King  of  Paradise, — C  keep  me  in 
Thy  love, — And  guide  me  to  that  happy  land — Of 
perfect  rest  above  ; — Where  loyal  hearts  and  true — ■ 
Stand  ever  in  the  light, — .\11  rapture  through  and 
through, — In  God's  most  holy  sight. 

Xow  the  God  of  hope  fill  you  with  all  joy 
and  peace  in  believing,  that  ye  may  abound  in 
hope,  in  the  power  of  the  Holy  iSpirit.  Rom. 
15  :13. 

May  the  grace  of  Christ  our  Saviour, — And  the 
Father's  boundless  love, — With  the  Holy  Spirit's 
favor, — Rest  upon  us  from  above :— Thus  may  we 
abide  in  union — With  each  other  and  the  Lord  :— 
And  possess,  in  sweet  communion, — Joys  which 
earth  can  not  afford. 

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SUNDAY  7._Epistle,  Phil.  3  :17-21.  Gospel,  Matt. 
22:15-22. 

He  restoreth  my  soul :  He  guideth  me  in  the 
paths  of  righteousness  for  His  name's  sake. 
Ps.  23  :3. 

Look  to  Him,  and  faith  shall  brighten, — Hope  shall 
soar,  and  love  shall  burn, — Peace  once  more  thy 
heart  shall  lighten. 


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Wherefore  take  up  the  whole  armor  of  God, 
that  je  may  be  able  to  withstand  in  the  evil 
day,  and,  having  done  all,  to  stand.  Ephes. 
6:13. 

Gird  thy  heavenly  armor  on  : — Wear  it  night  and 
day; — Ambushed  lies  the  evil  one  : — Watch  and  pray! 

MONDAY  8._Ps.  5.  Matt.  16:1-12. 
I  call  heaven  and  earth  to  witness  against 
you  this  day,  that  I  have  set  before  thee  life 
and  death,  the  blessing  and  the  curse :  therefore 
choose  life,  that  thou  mayest  live,  thou  and  thy 
seed.    Deut.  30:19. 

In  doctrine  and  in  practice  one, — We'll  love  and 
serve  the  Lord  alone ; — With  one  accord  sound  forth 
His  praise, — Till  we  shall  see  His  face. 

Wouldst  thou  be  made  whole  ?    John  5  :6. 

.^nd  lo !  Thy  touch  brought  life  and  health, — Gave 
speech  and  strength  and  sight ; — And  youth  renewed 
and  frenzy  calmed — Owned  Thee,  the  Lord  of  light; 
— .\nd  now,  O  Lord,  be  near  to  bless, — Almighty  as 
of  yore, — In  crowded  street,  by  restiess  couch, — As 
by  Gennesareth's  shore. 

TUESDAY  9.— Isa.  49:1-7.   Matt.  16:13-28. 

The  Lord  thy  God  accept  thee.   2  Sam.  24 :23. 

Not  what  I  am,  O  Lord,  but  what  Thou  art ! — 
That,  that  alone  can  be  my  soul's  true  rest. 

If  I  speak  with  the  tongues  of  men  and  of 
angels,  but  have  not  love,  I  am  become  sound- 
ing brass  or  a  tinkling  cymbal.    1  Cor.  13  :1. 

Grant,  Lord,  that  with  Thy  direction, — "Love  each 
other,"  we  comply, — Aiming  with  unfeigned  affec- 


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tion — Thy  love  to  exemplify; — Let  our  mutual  love 
be  glowing: — Thus  will  all  men  plainly  see, — That 
we,  as  on  one  stem  growing — Living  branches  are 
in  Thee. 

•  WEDNESDAY  lO.—Isa.  49:8-18.    Matt.  18:1-14. 

Thou,  O  Lord,  hast  blessed,  and  it  is  blessed 
for  ever.    1  Chron.  17  :27. 

I  have  called  Thee,  Abba,  Father!— I  have  stayed 
my  heart  on  Thee! — Storms  may  howl,  and  clouds 
may  gather, — All  must  work  for  good  to  me. 

He  that  spared  not  His  own  Son,  but  deliv- 
ered Him  up  for  us  all,  how  shall  He  not  also 
with  Him  freely  give  ns  all  things  ?   Rom.  8  :32. 

It  is  God  :  His  love  looks  mighty, — But  is  mightier 
than  it  seems. — 'Tis  our  Father;  and  His  fondness 
— Goes  far  out  beyond  our  dreams. 

THURSDAY  11— Isa.  50.    Matt.  18:15-22. 

Redeem  Israel,  0  God,  out  of  all  his  trou- 
bles.   Ps.  25  :22. 

Since  with  pure  and  warm  affection, — Thou  on 
God  hast  set  thy  love, — With  the  wings  of  His  pro- 
tection— ^He  will  shield  thee  from  above; — Thou  shalt 
call  on  Him  in  trouble, — He  will  hearken.  He  will 
save; — Here,  for  grief,  reward  thee  double, — Crown 
with  life  ibeyond  the  grave. 

■Speaking  truth  in  love,  may  we  grow  up  in 
all  things  into  Him,  who  is  the  head,  even 
Christ.    Ephes.  4:15. 

Then  shall  Thy  perfect  will  be  done, — When  Chris- 
tians love  and  live  as  one. 


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FRIDAY  12._Isa.  51:1-11.    Matt.  18:23-35. 

I  will  turn  their  mourning  into  joy,  and  will 
comfort  tliem,  and  make  them  rejoice  from 
their  sorrow.    Jer.  31 :13. 

If  our  love  were  but  more  simple, — We  should 
take  Him  at  His  word; — And  our  lives  would  be  all 
sunshine— In  the  sweetness  of  our  Lord. 

Christ  is  the  head  of  the  church,  being  Him- 
self the  Saviour  of  the  body.    Ephes.  5  :23. 

Hold  o'er  Thy  Church,  Lord,  Thy  protecting  hand, 
— And  in  Thy  truth  O  may  she  ever  stand; — May 
Thy  ransomed  people  show  forth  Thy  praises, — ■ 
And  be  devoted  to  Thy  Name,  Lord  Jesus, — Till 
Thou  shalt  come. 

SATURDAY  13.— Memorial  Day — Isa.  52:1-12 
Ps.  39.5-14. 

He  hath  no  form  nor  comeliness;  and  when 
we  see  Him,  there  is  no  beauty  that  we  should 
desire  Him.   Isa.  53  :2. 

Lord,  Thy  deep  humiliation — Paid  for  my  pre- 
sumptuous pride. 

Unto  Him  that  is  able  to  do  exceeding  abund- 
antly above  all  that  we  ask  or  think,  according 
to  the  power  that  worketh  in  us,  unto  Him  be 
the  glory  in  the  Church  and  in  Christ  Jesus 
unto  all  generations  for  ever  and  ever.  Amen. 
Ephes.  3:20. 

Jesus,  our  only  Joy  be  Thou, — As  Thou  our  Prize 
wilt  be ; — Jesus,  be  Thou  our  Glory  now, — And 
through  eternity. 


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SUNDAY  14._Epistle,  Col.  1  -9-14.  Gospel,  Matt. 
9:18-26. 

Whereas  thou  hast  been  forsaken  and  hated, 
so  that  no  man  passed  through  thee,  I  will  make 
thee  an  eternal  excellency,  a  joy  of  many  gen- 
erations.   Isa.  60  :15. 

Man  may  troinble  and  distress  me, — 'T  will  but 
drive  me  to  Thy  breast; — Life  with  trials  hard  may 
press  me; — Heaven  will  bring  me  sweeter  rest! — 
Oh,  't  is  not  in  grief  to  harm  me, — While  Thy  love 
is  left  to  me; — Oh,  't  were  not  in  joy  to  charm  me; 
— Were  that  joy  unmixed  with  Thee. 

We  have  the  word  of  prophecy  made  more 
sure;  whereunto  ye  do  well  that  ye  take  heed, 
as  unto  a  lamp  shining  in  a  dark  place,  until 
the  day  dawn,  and  the  day-star  arise  in  your 
hearts.    2  Peter  1:19. 

0  God,  in  Whom  our  trust  we  place, — We  thank 
Thee  for  Thy  word  of  grace ; — Help  us  its  precepts 
to  obey, — Till  we  shall  live  in  endless  day. 

MONDAY  15.— Ps.  6.    Matt.  25  :1-13. 

1  will  be  glad  and  rejoice  in  Thy  loving- 
kindness  •  For  Thou  hast  seen  my  affliction : 
Thou  hast  known  my  soul  in  adversities.  Ps. 
31:7. 

The  daily  favors  of  my  God — I  cannot  sing  at 
large ; — Yet  humbly  can  I  make  this  boast, — I  am  the 
Almighty's  charge. 

Be  not  wise  in  your  own  conceits.  Rom. 
12:16. 


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Oh,  for  a  lowly,  contrite  heart, — Believing,  true 
and  clean  ! — ^Which  neither  life  nor  death  can  part — 
Prom  Him  that  dwells  within. 

TUESDAY  16.-Isa.  52:13—53:12.  Matt.  25:14-30. 

For  Thou  hast  maintained  my  right  and  my 
t;ause^  Thou  sittest  in  the  throne  judging 
righteously.    Ps.'  9  :5. 

Oh,  may  Thy  mighty  love  prevail — Our  sinful  souls  • 
to  spare ; — Oh,  may  we  come  fcefore  Thy  throne, — 
And  find  acceptance  there. 

If  it  be  possible,  as  much  as  in  you  lieth,  be 
at  peace  with  all  men.   Rom.  12  :1'8. 

Forgive  our  sins,  that  they  no  more — ^May  grieve 
and  haunt  us  as  Before, — ^As  we  forgive  their  tres- 
passes— ^Who  unto  us  have  done  amiss; — Thus  let 
us  dwell  in  charity,— And  serve  each  other  willingly. 

WEDNESDAY  17— Isa.  54:7-15.    Matt.  25:31-46 
As  one  whom  his  mother  comforteth,  so  will 
I  comfort  you.    Isa.  66 :13. 

Be  our  Comfort  which  ne'er  faileth, — When  any 
trial  us  assaileth, — Or  when  we're  needlessly  dis- 
tressed. 

As  the  sufferings  of  Christ  abound  unto  us, 
even  so  our  comfort  also  aboundeth  through 
Christ.    2  Cor.  1:5. 

He,  who  well  endureth, — Bright  reward  securetn; 
—Come  then,  O  Lord  Jesus, — From  our  sins  release 
us ; — Let  us  here  confess  Thee, — Till  in  heaven  we 
bless  Thee. 

STHLTRSDAY  18._Isa.  55.    James  1:1-15. 

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of  Judah  rejoiced,  Because  of  Thy  judgments, 
O  Lord     Ps.  97  :8. 

God  of  mercy,  God  of  grace, — Show  the  brightness 
of  Thy  face  ; — ^Shine  upon  us,  Saviour,  shine, — Fill 
Thy  Church  with  life  divine: — And  Thy  saving 
health  extend — Unto  earth's  remotest  end. 

Christ  is  all  and  in  all.    Ool.  3  :11. 

"Jesus  only !"  in  the  shadow — Of  the  cloud  so 
chill  and  dim, — We  are  clinging,  loving,  trusting, — 
He  with  us  and  we  with  Him : — All  unseen,  though 
•ever  nigh, — "Jesus  only!" — all  our  cry. 

FRIDAY  19.— Isa.  57:15-21.    James  1  :'6-27. 

I  will  hope  continually,  and  will  praise  Thee 
yet  more  and  more.    Ps.  71 :14. 

In  God,  my  faithful  God, — I  trust  when  dark  my 
Toad  ; — Though  many  woes  o'ertake  me, — Yet  He 
will  not  forsake  me; — His  love  it  is  doth  send  them, 
— And  when  'tis  best  will  end  them. 

What  things  were  gain  to  me,  these  have  I 
-counted  loss  for  Christ.    Phil.  3 :7. 

Perish  every  fond  ambition, — All  I've  sought,  or 
hoped,  or  known ;— Yet  how  rich  is  my  condition, — 
'God  and  heaven  are  still  my  own. 

SATURDAY  20._Isa.  59:1-10,  15-21.    Job  14:1-5. 

Who  can  utter  the  mighty  acts  of  the  Lord, 
'Or  show  forth  all  His  praise  ?    Ps.  106  :2. 

O  teach  me.  Lord,  that  I  may  teach — The  precious 
■things  Thou  dost  impart ; — And  wing  my  words  that 
they  may  reach — The  hidden  depths  of  many  a 
heart. 


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Jerusalem  that  is  above  is  free,  whicli  is  our 
mother.    Gal.  4:26. 

There  is  the  throne  of  David; — And  there,  from 
care  released,— The  song  of  them  that  triumph, — 
The  shout  of  them  that  feast: — And  they  who,  with 
their  Leader, — Have  conquered  in  the  fight, — For 
ever  and  for  ever — Are  clad  in  robes  of  white. 

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SUNDAY  31.— Epistle,  1  Thess.  4:13-18.  Matt. 
24:15-28. 

Serve  the  Lord  with  all  your  heart :  and  turn 
ye  not  aside;  for  then  would  ye  go  after  vain 
things  which  cannot  profit  nor  deliver,  for 
they'are  vain.    1  Sam.  12:20,  21. 

If  to  the  right  or  leift  I  stray, — That  moment.  Lord, 
reprove  ; — Nor  let  me  wander  far  away, — Nor  ever 
grieve  Thy  love. 

Behold,  we  call  them  hlessed  that  endured. 
James  5:11. 

We  dare  not  ask  to  live — Henceforth  from  trials 
free  ; — But  oh,  when  next  they  tempt  us,  give — More 
strength  to  cling  to  Thee. 

MONDAY  32.— Ps.  8.    James  2:1-13. 

Behold,  I  lay  in  Zion  for  a  foundation  a 
stone,  a  tried  stone,  a  precious  comer-stone  of 
sure  foundation :  he  that  .believeth  shall  not  be 
in  haste.    Isa.  28:16. 

Christ  is  our  Corner-stone, — Cn  Him  alone  w 
build. 

Being  therefore  always  of  good  courage,  we 


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know,  that  whilst  we  are  at  home  in  the  body, 
we  are  a'bsent  from  the  Lord.    2  Cor.  5  :6. 

Where  Christ  Himself  appeareth — In  brightest  ma- 
jesty,— For  me  a  place  prepareth, — There,  there  I 
long  to  be. 

TUESDAY  23.— Isa.  60:1-' 2.    James  2:14-26. 

Ye  are  My  witnesses,  saith  the  Lord,  and  My 
servant  whom  I  have  chosen;  that  ye  may 
know  and  believe  Me,  and  understand  that  I  am 
He.    Isa.  43:10. 

Teach  me  to  show  forth  Thy  praise, — ^Love  and 
serve  Thee  all  my  days. 

Beloved,  now  are  we  children  of  God,  and  it 
is  not  yet  made  manifest  what  we  shall  be. 
We  know  that,  if  He  shall  be  manifested,  we 
shall  be  like  Him;  for  we  shall  see  Him  eA-en 
as  He  is.    1  John  3:2. 

Obedient  faith,  that  waits  on  Thee, — Thou  never 
wilt  reprove  ; — But  Thou  wilt  form  Thy  Son  in  me, 
— And  perfect  me  in  love. 

WEDNESDAY  24.— Isa.  60:13-22.    James  3. 

Is  My  hand  shortened  at  all,  that  it  cannot 
redeem?  or  have  I  no  power  to  deliver?  Isa. 
50:2. 

Gracious  Lord,  may  we  believe  : — Venture  all  on 
Thy  free  grace ; — Boldly  things  not  seen  achieve, — 
Trusting  in  Thy  promises. 

According  to  His  promise,  we  look  for  new 
heavens  and  a  new  earth,  wherein  dwelleth 
righteousness.    2  Peter  3  :13. 


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Oh,  sweet  and  blessed  country, — The  home  of 
God's  elect ! — Oh,  sweet  and  'blessed  country, — That 
eager  hearts  expect ! 

©TBTURSDAY  25 — Isa.  61.    James  4. 

I  am  the  Lord  that  healeth  thee.    Ex.  15 :26. 

Just  as  I  aim,  poor,  wretched,  iblind ; — Sight,  riches, 
healing  of  the  mind, — Yea,  all  I  need,  in  Thee  to 
find, — O  Lamb  of  God !  I  come— I  come ! 

If  we  have  only  hoped  in  Christ  in  this  life, 
we  are  of  all  men  most  pitiable.    1  Cor.  15  :19. 

0  Paradise !  O  Paradise ! — Who  doth  not  crave 
for  rest ! — Who  would  not  seek  the  hapipy  land — 
Where  they  that  loved  are  'blest ! — Where  loyal  hearts 
and  true — Stand  ever  in  the  light, — All  rapture 
through  and  through, — In  God's  most  holy  sight. 

FRIDAY  26 — Isa.  62.    James  5:1-11. 

1  blessed  the  Most  High,  and  I  praised  and 
honored  Him  that  liveth  for  ever;  for  His  do- 
minion is  an  everlasting  dominion,  and  His 
kingdom  from  generation  to  generation.  Dan. 
4:31. 

Hark!  those  bursts  of  acclamation! — Hark!  those 
loud,  triumphant  chords! — Jesus  takes  the  highest 
station; — Oh!  what  joy  the  sijght  affords! — Crown 
Him!  crown  Him! — "King  of  kings,  and  Lord  of 
lords." 

Blessed  be  the  Grod  and  Father  of  our  Lord 
Jesus  Christ,  who  according  to  His  great  mercy 
begat  us  again  nnto  a  living  hope  by  the  resur- 
rection of  Jesus  Christ  from  the  dead.  1  Peter 
]-3. 


NOX'EMBER. 


165 


O  how  excellent  and  fair, — Goodly  beyond  meas- 
ure,— Is  the  lot  which  we  shall  share, — And  how  rich 
the  treasure, — When  we  see,  bodily, — Our  beloved 
Saviour, — As  He  is,  for  ever. 

SATURDAY  27— Isa.  63  :1-10.    Jer.  31  .31-34. 

In  every  place  where  I  record  My  name  I 
will  come  unto  tliee  and  I  will  bless  thee.  Ex. 
20 :24. 

Lord!  we  Thy  presence  seek; — May  ours  this 
blessing  be; — Oh,  give  the  pure  and  lowly  heart, — 
A  temple  meet  for  Thee. 

The  grace  of  the  Lord  Jesus  Christ,  and  the 
love  of  God,  and  the  communion  of  the  Ht>ly 
^Spirit,  be  with  you  all.    2  Oor.  13  :14. 

Fill  my  heart  and  make  me  willing — In  this  sea- 
son of  Thy  grace. — Come,  Thou  King  of  glory,  come: 
— Deign  to  make  my  heart  Thy  home : — There  abide 
an!  rule  alone, — As  upon  Thy  heavenly  throne. 

49tb  meek— Igt  SunOaB  in  a&vent 

SUNDAY  28._Epistle,  Rom.  13:11-14.  Gospel, 
Matt.  21:1-9. 

Hast  thou  not  procured  this  unto  thyself,  in 
that  thou  hast  forsaken  the  Lord  thy  God, 
when  iHe  led  thee  by  the  way  ?    Jer.  2  :17. 

O  Master,  point  Thou  out  the  way, — "Nor  sufTer 
Thou  our  steps  to  stray ; — Then  in  that  path  that 
leads  to  day — We  follow  Thee. 

The  life  was  manifested,  and  we  have  seen, 
and  bear  witness,  and  declare  unto  you  the  life, 
the  eternal  life,  which  was  with  the  Father,  and 
was  manifested  unto  us.    1  John  1 :2. 


166 


NOVEMBER. 


Who  is  life  in  life  to  me? — Who  the  death  of 
death  will  be? — Who  will  place  me  on  His  right — 
With  the  countless  hosts  of  light? — Jesus  Christ,  the 
Crucified. 

MONDAY  29— Ps.  13.    James  5:12-20. 
Holiness  becometh  Thy  bouse,  0  Lord,  for 
evermore.    Ps.  93  :5. 

Blessed  Jesus,  we  implore  Thee, — Let  us,  cleansea 
and  purified, — Walk  in  grace  and  truth  before  Thee, 
— And  in  Thee  by  faith  abide  ; — Sanctijfied — Both  in 
body  and  m  mind. 

Behold,  now  is  the  accepba'ble  time ;  fbehold, 
now  is  the  day  of  salvation.    2  Cor.  6  :2. 

Jesus  calls  us !  By  Thy  mercies, — Saviour,  may  we 
hear  Thy  call ; — Give  our  hearts  to  Thy  obedience, — 
Serve  and  love  Thee  best  of  all ! 

TITESDAY  30._Isa.  63:11-19.    Col.  1:1-14. 

Let  the  riarhteous  smite  me,  it  shall  be  a 
kindness;  And  let  Him  reprove  me,  it  shall  be 
as  oil  upon  the  head;  Let  not  my  head  refuse 
it.    Ps.  141:5. 

Give  me,  .Lord,  a  contrite  heart, — Ever  looking  up 
to  Thee  ;--Meek  Redeemer,  now  impart — Thine  own 

humility. 

So  then  let  us  follow  after  things  which 
make  for  peace,  and  things  whereby  we  may 
edify  one  another.    Rom.  14:19. 

They  who  Jesus'  followers  are, — And  enjoy  His 
faithful  care, — By  a  mutual,  hearty  love, — Their  be- 
lief in  Jesus  prove. — Meek  they  are  to  all  mankind, 
— To  good  offices  inclined, — Ready,  when  reviled,  to 
bless,— Studious  of  the  public  peace. 


DECEMBER. 


167 


DECEMBER 

A^EDNESDAY  1.— Isa.  64.    Col.  1:15-23. 

Behold,  I  give  unto  him  my  covenant  of 
peace.    Num.  25 :12. 

The  tide  O'f  time  shall  never — ^His  covenant  re- 
move;— His  Name  shall  stand  for  ever, — That  Name 
to  us  is  Love. 

Let  not  then  your  good  be  evil  spoken  of : 
for  the  kingdom  of  'G-od  is  not  eating  and  drink- 
ing, but  righteousness  and  peace  and  jov  in  the 
Holy  Spirit.    Rom.  14:16,  17. 

Teach  me  to  live  by  faith; — Conform  my  will  to 
Thine :— Let  me  victorious  be  in  death, — And  then  in 
glory  shine. 

C  THURSDAY  2.— Isa.  65:13-25.    Col.  1:24-29. 

O  Lord,  the  hope  of  Israel,  all  that  forsake 
Thee  shall  be  put  to  shame.  They  that  depart 
from  Me  shall  be  written  in  the  earth,  because 
they  have  forsaken  the  Lord,  the  fountain  of 
living  waters.    Jer.  17  :13. 

Keep  me  through  Thy  power — So  minded  each 
hour, — That  1  naught  beside — May  know  but  Thee 
only,  and  Thee  Crucified. 

He  came  unto  His  own,  and  they  that  were 
His  own  received  Him  not.  But  as  many  as 
perceived  Him,  to  them  gave  He  the  right  to 
become  children  of  God,  even  to  them  that  be- 
lieve on  His  name.    John  1:11,  12. 

If  Christ  is  mine,  then  all  is  mine, — And  more 
than  angels  know; — Both  present  things,  and  things 
to  come, — .\nd  grace  and  glory  too. 


168 


DECEMBER. 


FRIDAY  3.— Isa.  66:1,  2,  10-14,  22-24.  Col.  2:1-10 

My  servant  David  shall  be  king  over  them; 
and  they  all  shall  have  one  shepherd.  Ezek. 
37  :24. 

Sure  as  Thy  truth  shall  last, — To  Zion  shall  be 
given — The  brightest  glories  earth  can  yield, — And 
brighter  bliss  of  heaven. 

Faithful  is  the  saying,  and  worthy  of  all  ac- 
ceptation, that  Christ  Jesus  came  into  the  world 
to  save  sinners.    1  Tim.  1 :15. 

My  Salvation,  welcome  be ; — Thou,  my  portion, 
praise  to  Thee  ; — (Come,  and  make  Thy  blest  abode — 
In  my  heart,  6  Son  of  God. 

SATURDAY  4.— Phil.  1:1-11.    Mai.  3:19-24. 

The  Lord  stirred  up  the  spirit  of  all  the 
remnant  of  the  people ;  and  they  came  and  did 
work  on  the  house  of  the  Lord  of  hosts,  thei'' 
God.    Haggai  1 :14. 

No  time  for  self-indulgence, — For  resting  by  the 
way; — Repose  will  come  at  even, — But  toil  is  for  the 
day  : — Work,  like  our  blessed  Saviour, — Who  from 
His  earliest  youth — Would  do  His  Father's  business 
— And  witness  for  the  truth. 

We  have  beheld  and  bear  witness  tJhat  the 
Father  hath  sent  the  Son  to  be  the  Saviour 
of  the  world.    1  John  4 :14. 

Urged  by  love,  to  every  nation— Of  the  fallen  hu- 
man race — We  will  publish  Christ's  salvation,— And 
declare  His  blood-bought  grace. 


DECEMBER. 


169 


50tb  Tailccft-2n&  SunOae  tn  BDvcnt 

SUNDAY  5.— Epistle,  Rom.  IS  :4-13.  Gospel,  Luke 
21 :25-36. 

1  am  with  thee,  saith  the  Lord,  to  save  thee. 
Jer.  30:11. 

We  are  sinful;  Cleanse  us,  Lord; — We  are  faint: 
Thy  strength  afford; — ^Lost, — until  by  Thee  restored, 
— Comforter  Divine! 

Little  children,  abide  in  Him;  that,  if  He 
shall  be  manifested,  we  may  'have  boldness,  and 
not  be  ashamed  before  Him  at  His  coming. 
1  John  2  :28. 

Lord,  for  Thy  coming  us  prepare ; — May  we  to 
meet  Thee  without  fear — At  all  times  ready  be  : — 
In  faith  and  love  preserve  us  sound : — O  let  us  day 
and  night  be  found — Waiting  with  joy  to  welcome 
Thee. 

MONDAY  6.— Ps.  14.    Col.  2:16-23. 

Ye  shall  be  holy  men  unto  Me.    Ex.  22  :31. 

To  scorn  the  senses'  sway, — While  still  to  Thee  I 
tend ; — In  all  I  do  ibe  Thou  the  Way, — In  all  be 
Thou  the  End. 

Walk  as  children  of  light,  for  the  fruit  of 
the  light  is  in  all  goodness  and  righteousuess 
and  truth.    Ephes.  5  :9. 

Walk  in  the  light :  and  thou  shah  find — Thy  heart 
made  truly  His — Who  dwells  in  cloudless  light  en- 
shrined,— In  whom  no  darkness  is. 

TUESDAY  7— Phil.  1  .-,12-30.    Col.  3:1-11. 
Trust  ye  in  the  Lord  for  ever;  for  in  the' 
Lord  Jehovah  is  an  everlasting  rock.   Isa.  2G  :4. 


170 


DECEMBER. 


See  the  Lord,  thy  Keeper,  stand— Omnipotently 
Tiear!— Lo!  He  holds  thee  by  the  hand,— And  ban- 
ishes thy  fear; — ^Shadows  with  His  wings  thy  head; 
— Guards  from  all  impending  harms, — Round  thee 
and  beneath  are  spread — The  everlasting  arms. 

The  same  Lord  is  Lord  of  all,  and  is  rich 
unto  all  that  call  upon  Him.    Eom.  10:12. 

Bless  thou  the  Lord,  O  my  soul !  Who,  thy  pardon 
assuring, — Heals  thy  diseases,  and  grants  thee  new 
life  ever-during, — Joy  amid  woe,— Peace  amid  strife 
here  below, — Unto  Thee  ever  securing. 

W'T^DNESDAY  8 — Phil.  2:1-13.    Col.  3:12-25. 

I  will  bring  the  blind  by  a  way  that  they 
know  not;  in  .paths  that  they  know  not  will  I 
lead  them.    Isa.  42  :16. 

Ever  on  our  sight — Pour  Thy  holy  light;— Dark- 
ness all  around  us  reigneth, — But  Thy  hand  our 
steps  sustaineth  ; — Thou  dost  guide  us  still — To  Thy 
holy  hill. 

In  Him  was  life ;  and  the  life  was  the  light 
lof  men.    John  1 :4. 

He  liveth,  and  we  live!— His  life  for  us  prevails: 
— His  fullness  fills  our  mighty  void, — His  strength 
for  us  avails. 

THURSDAY  9.— Phil.  3:1-11.    1  Thess.  1. 

Thy  children  make  haste :  thy  destroyers  and 
they  flhat  made  thee  waste  shall  go  forth  from 
-thee.    Isa.  49:17. 

The  hosts  of  God  encamp  around — The  dwellings 
.of  the  just; — Deliverance  He  affords  to  all, — Who 
(On  His  succor  trust. 


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171 


•Come  and  see.    John  1 :46. 

Jesus  calls  us;  o'er  the  tumult — Of  our  life's  wild 
restless  sea — Day  by  day  His  sweet  voice  soundeth, 
— Saying,  "Christian,  follow  me." 

©FRIDAY  lO.—Phil.  3:1-11.    1  Thess.  1. 

I  will  heal  their  backsliding,  I  will  love 
them  freely.    Hos.  14:4. 

Other  lords  have  long  held  sway; — Now  Thy  name 
alone  to  bear, — Thy  dear  voice  alone  obey, — Is  my 
daily,  hourly  prayer. 

i^o  man  hath  seen  God  at  any  time ;  the  only 
begotten  Son,  who  is  in  the  bosom  of  the  Fath- 
er, He  hath  declared  Him.    John  1 :18. 

Mortals  with  joy  behold  His  face, — The  Eternal 
Father's  only  Son; — How  full  of  truth,  how  full  of 
grace — Was  'Christ,  in  Whom  the  Godhead  shone. 

SATURDAY  11— Phil.  3:12-21.   Isa.  40:1-8. 

Help  us,  O  God  of  our  salvation  for  the  glory 
of  Thy  name;  And  deliver  us,  and  forgive  our 
sins,  for  Thy  name's  sake.   Ps.  79  :9. 

Our  guilt  might  draw  Thy  vengeance  down — On 
every  shore,  on  every  town ; — But  view  us,  Lord, 
with  pitying  eye, — And  lay  Thy  lifted  thunder  by. 

Ye  know  that  He  was  manifested  to  take 
away  sins,  and  in  'Him  is  no  sin.    1  John  3  :5. 

The  holy,  spotless  Larob  of  God, — Who  freely 
gave  His  life  and  blood, — For  all  my  numerous  sins 
to  atone, — I  for  my  Lord  and  Saviour  own. 


172 


DECEMBER. 


5l0t  TMeeft— 3iD  SunOa^  tn  HDvent 

SUNDAY  12 — Epistle,  1  Cor.  4:1-5.  Gospel,  Matt. 
11:2-10. 

The  Lord,  the  Grod  of  Israel,  hath  given  rest 
unto  'His  people.    1  €hron.  23  :25. 

Rest  of  the  weary,  Thou! — To  Thee,  our  Rest,  we 
come ; — In  Thee  to  find  our  dwelling  now, — Our 
everlasting  home. 

Of  His  fulness  have  we  all  received  and  grace 
for  grace.    John  1 :16. 

Thou  River  of  life  dost  refresh  heart  and  mind, 
— Those  whom  Thou  enrichest  eternal  good  tind. 

MONDAY  13— Ps.  16.    1  Thess.  2:1-12. 

Many  are  the  afflictions  of  the  righteous ;  But 
the  LoKD  delivereth  him  out  of  them  all.  Ps. 
34:19. 

O  Joy  that  seekest  me  through  pain — I  cannot 
close  my  heart  to  Thee : — I  trace  the  rainbow  through 
the  rain, — And  feel  the  promise  is  not  vain — That 
morn  shall  tearless  be. 

Eender  not  evil  for  evil,  or  reviling  for  re- 
viling; but  contrariwise  blessing;  for  hereunto 
were  ye  called,  that  ye  should  inherit  a  bless- 
ing.   1  Peter  3  :9. 

To  display  Him  and  portray  Him — In  His  suffer- 
ing form  and  beauty, — ^Be  our  aim  and  pleasing  duty. 

TUESDAY  14.— Phil.  4:1-7.    1  Thess.  2:13-20. 

When  they  heard  that  the  Lord  had  visited 
the  children  of  Israel,  and  that  He  had  seen 


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their  affliction,  then  they  bowed  their  heads  and 
worshipped.    Exod.  4:31. 

What  heights,  what  depths  of  love  divine, — In 
Thy  blest  incarnation  shine  ! — Let  heaven  and  earth 
unite  their  laj^s, — To  magnif}'  Thy  boundless  grace. 

Ye  know  the  grace  of  our  Lord  Jesus  Clirist, 
that,  though  He  was  rich,  vet  for  your  sakes 
He  became  poor,  that  ye  ithrough  His  poverty 
might  become  rich.    2  Cor.  S  :9. 

Oh,  how  great — Are  the  blessings  we  derive — From 
the  fullness  of  our  Saviour; — They  who  Him  by 
faith  receive, — And  desire  to  taste  His  favor, — 
From  this  source  may  freely  take  always — Grace 
for  grace. 

W-EDXESDAY  15.— Phil.  4-8-23.  1  Thess.  3. 
Worship  the  Lord  in  holy  array.    Ps.  29  :2. 

To  God  let  all  the  human  race — Bring  adoration, 
thanks,  and  praise. 

The  darkness  is  passing  away,  and  the  true 
liglit  already  shineth.    1  John  2  :S. 

Light  of  those  whose  dreary  dwelling — Borders  on 
the  shades  of  death ! — Rise  on  us.  Thy  love  reveal- 
ing,— Dissipate  the  clouds  beneath  : — Thou  of  heaven 
and  earth  Creator, — In  our  deepest  darkness  rise, — 
Scattering  all  the  night  of  nature, — Pouring  day 
upon  our  eyes. 

THLTRSDAY  16.— Luke  1  :S-25.    1  Thess.  4 

At  that  'time  they  .•^liall  call  Jerusalem  the 
throne  of  the  Lord.-  and  all  the  nations  shall  be 
gathered  unto  it,  to  the  name  of  the  Lord,  to 
Jerusalem :  neither  shall  they  walk  any  more 


174 


DECEMBER. 


after  the  stubbornness  of  their  evil  heart.  Jer. 
3:17. 

Zion  hears  the  watchmen  singing, — And  all  her 
heart  with  joy  is  springing; — She  wakes,  she  risei 
from  her  gloom ; — For  her  Lord  comes  down  all 
glorious, — The  strong  in  grace,  in  truth  victorious, 
— Her  Star  is  risen,  her  Light  is  come ! 

My  sheep  hear  My  voice,  and  I  know  them, 
and  they  follow  Me :  and  I  give  unto  them  eter- 
nal life ;  and  they  shall  never  perish.  John 
10 :2.7,  28. 

And  so  through  all  the  length  of  days — Thy  good- 
ness faileth  never; — Good  Shepherd!  may  I  sing  Thy 
praise — Within  Thy  house  for  ever. 

FRIDAY  17.— Luke  1 :26-38.    1  Thess.  5  -1-11. 

We  will  serve  the  Lord,  for  He  is  our  God. 
Josh.  24:18. 

In  mercy.  Lord,  this  grace  bestow, — That  in  Thy 
service  we  may  do — With  gladness  and  a  willing 
mind, — Whatever  is  for  us  assigned. 

Whatsoever  ye  do,  in  word  or  in  deed,  do  all 
in  the  name  of  the  Lord  Jesus,  giving  thanks 
to  God  the  Father  through  Him.   Col.  3  :17. 

Though  I  in  myself  am  weak  and  feeble, — Yet  I 
trust  Thy  grace  will  me  enable — By  obedience  to  Thy 
will — ^All  Thy  purpose  to  fulfill. 

®  SATURDAY  IS.^Luke  1:39-56.    Deut.  18:15-19. 

I  bring  upon  them  all  the  good  that  I  have 
promised  them.    Jer.  32  :42. 

His  precious  word  hath  promised  me — He  will  my 
Joy  and  Comiort  be : — Thereon  is  my  reliance. 


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Henceforth  there  is  laid  up  for  me  the  crown 
of  righteousness,  which  the  Lord,  the  righteous 
judge,  shall  give  to  me  at  that  day;  and  not  to 
me  only,  but  also  to  all  them  that  have  loved 
His  appearing.    2  Tim.  4 :8. 

The  saints  of  God!  Their  conflict  past, — And 
life's  long  'battle  won  at  last, — No  more  they  need 
the  shield  and  sword ; — They  cast  them  down  before 
their  Lord  : — G  happy  saints !  forever  blest, — At 
Jesus'  feet  how  sweet  your  rest. 

52n5  TUnceft— 4tb  SunDa^  in  HOvcnt 

SUNDAY  19._^Epistle,  Phil.  4:4-7.  Gospel,  John 
1:19-28. 

Comfort  ye,  comfort  ye  My  people,  saith  vour 
God.    Isa.  40 :1. 

How  precious  are  Thy  thoughts,  beloved  Saviour, 
— Thy  thoughts  of  peace  o'er  us,  the  sum  how  great! 
— .\lready  here  we  in  Thy  sight  find  favor, — In  Thy 
sweet  nearness  heaven  anticipate : — And  O,  what 
bliss  awaits  us  there, — Where  we  with  the  redeemed 
shall  in  Thy  glory  share ! 

We  know  and  have  believed  the  love  which 
God  hath  in  us.    1  John  4 :16. 

We  are  the  Lord's ;  no  darkness  brooding  o'er  us 
— Can  make  us  tremble,  while  this  star  affords — A 
steady  light  along  the  path  before  us — Faith's  full 
assurance  that  we  are  the  Lord's. 

MONDAY  20— Ps.  18:1-7,  31-36.  1  Thess.  5:12-28 

The  Lord  thy  God  is  in  the  midst  of  thee, 
a  Mighty  One  who  will  save.    Zeph.  3  :17. 
Frail  children  of  dust, — .\nd  feeble  as  frail, — In 


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Thee  do  we  trust, — Nor  find  Thee  to  fail ; — Thy 
mercies  how  tender, — How  firm  to  the  end, — Our 
Maker,  Defender,  Redeemer  and  Friend. 

Will)  shall  lay  anything  to  the  charge  of 
(Jod's  vlvrt^.  It  is  God  that  justifieth.  Rom. 
8  :33. 

Therefore  my  Saviour's  blood  and  death — Are 
here  the  substance  of  my  f aiith ; — And  shall  remain, 
when  I'm  called  hence, — My  only  hope  and  confi- 
dence. 

TUESDAY  21._Luke  1:57-80.    Zech.  1:1-17. 

■He  will  eonie  down  like  rain  npon  the  mown 
grass, As  showers  that  water  the  earth.  Ps. 
72  :6. 

Lord,  I  hear  of  showers  of  blessing, — Thou  art 
scattering  full  and  free: — Showers  the  thirsty  land 
refreshing: — Let  some  droppings  fall  on  me. 

(iracc,  niei'cy,  peace  shall  be  with  us,  from 
G'od,  the  Father,  and  from  Jesus  Christ,  the 
■Son  oif  I  he  Father,  in  truth  and  love.   2  John  3. 

Jesus,  Prince  of  Peace,  be  near  us, — Fix  in  all  our 
hearts  Thy  home; — With  Thy  gracious  presence 
cheer  us, — Let  Thy  sacred  kingdom  come. 

WEDNESDAY  22.— Eccles.  1.    Zech.  2:1-13. 

Let  Israel  rejoice  in  Him  that  made  him: 
Let  the  children  of  Zion  be  joyful  in  their  King. 
Ps.  14-9  :2. 

When  shall  Thine  hour,  dear  Jesus,  come, — That 
Israel's  sons  shall  be  brought  home? — When  shall 
they  in  Thy  Name  confide, — Whom  once  their  fath- 
ers crucified? 


DECEMBER. 


17/ 


Whose  are  the  fathers,  and  of  whom  is  Christ 
as  concerning  the  flesh,  Who  is  over  all,  God 
blessed  for  ever.    Rom.  9  :5. 

Draw  nigh,  draw  nigh,  Immanuel, — And  ransom 
captive  Israel, — That  mourns  in  lowh^  exile  here, — 
Until  the  Son  of  God  appear. 

THITRSDAY  23— Eccles.  2:1-14.    Zech.  3. 

The  earth  trembled,  The  heavens  also 
dropped  rain  at  the  presence  of  God :  Yon 
Sinai  trembled  at  the  presence  of  God,  the  God 
of  Israel.    Ps.  68:8. 

Holy,  holy,  holy !  though  the  darkness  hide  Thee, 
— Though  the  eye  of  sinful  man  Thy  glory  may  not 
see; — Only  Thou .  art  holy;  there  is  none  beside 
Thee, — Perfect  in  power,  in  love  and  purity. 

When  the  fulness  of  the  time  came,  God  sent 
forth  His  iSon,  bom  of  a  woman,  bom  under 
the  law,  that  He  might  redeem  them  that  were 
under  the  law,  that  we  might  receive  the  adop- 
tion of  sons.    Gal.  4  :4,  5. 

He  is  here.  Whom  seers  in  old  time — Chanted  of, 
while  ages  ran; — Whom  the  writings  of  the  prophets 
—Promised  since  the  world  began. 

Cbristmas  tEk>c 

FRIDAY  34.— Epistle,  Titus  3:11-14.  Gospel, 
John  1:1-18. 

The  Lord  will  reigii  for  ever.  Thy  God,  O 
Zion,  unto  all  generations.  Praise  ye  the  Lord. 
Ps.  146:10. 

He  rules  the  world  with  truth  and  grace,- And 


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DECEMBER. 


makes  ithe  nations  'prove — The  glories  of  His  right- 
eousness,— And  wonders  of  His  love. 

Rejoice  in  the  Lord  always :  again  I  will  say. 
Rejoice.    Phil.  4:4. 

Joy  to  the  world,  the  Lord  is  come ; — ^Let  earth 
receive  her  King; — Let  every  heart  prepare  Him 
room,-^And  heaven  and  nature  sing. 

Gbrtatmds  Da? 

©SATXJRDAY  25.— Epistle,  Heb.  1:1-12.  Gospel, 
Luke  2-1-14. 

A  bruised  reed  will  He  not  break,  and  a  dim- 
ly burning  wick  will  He  not  quench :  He  will 
bring  forth  justice  in  truth.    Isa.  42  :3. 

Lo !  with  deep  contrition  turning, — Humbly  at  Thy 
feet  we  bend; — Hear  us,  fasting,  praying,  mourning; 
— Hear  us,  spare  us,  and  defend. 

For  God  so  loved  the  world,  that  He  gave 
His  'only  begotten  Son,  that  whosoever  believeth 
on  Him  should  not  perish  but  have  eternal  life. 
John  16 :3. 

Sing  praises  to  our  risen  Lord; — Life,  immortality, 
— And  lasting  bliss  are  now  restored — For  all,  for 
you  and  me  : — -Believe  the  wondrous  deed,  my  soul, 
— Adore  His  saving  name; — Rejoice,  ye  saints,  from 
pole  to  pole — His  love  and  power  proclaim. 

53r£)  TWleeli— SunOas  after  Cbrtstmas 

SUNDAY  36._Epistle,  Titus  3  :4-7.  Gospel,  Luke 
2:15-20. 

The  Lord  maketh  a  way  in  the  sea,  and  a 
path  in  the  mighty  waters.    Isa.  43  :16. 


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The  wild  winds  hushed ;  the  angry  deep — Sank, 
like  a  little  child,  to  sleep; — The  sullen  billows  ceased 
to  leap, — At  Thy  will. — ^So,  when  our  life  is  clouded 
o'er, — And  storm-winds  drift  us  from  the  shore, — 
Say,  lest  we  sink  to  rise  no  more, — "Peace,  be  still." 

Herein  was  the  love  of  God  manifested  in  us, 
that  God  hath  sent  His  only  begotten  Son  into 
the  world  that  we  might  live  through  Him. 
1  John  4:9. 

Therefore  my  hope  is  in  His  grace, — And  not  in 
my  own  merit; — On  Him  my  confidence  I  place, — 
Instructed  by  His  Spirit. 

MOXD.^Y  27— Eccles.  2:15-26.    Zech.  8:9-18. 

Thiough  God  we  shall  do  valiantly.  Ps. 
60:12. 

Stand  up ! — stand  up  for  Jesus ! — The  trumpet  call 
obey; — Forth  to  ithe  mighty  conflict— In  this  His 
glorious  day. 

Stand  therefore,  having  girded  your  loins 
with  truth,  and  having  put  on  the  breastplate 
of  righteousness.    Ephes.  6 :14. 

Leave  no  unguarded  place, — Xo  weakness  of  the 
soul ; — Take  every  virtue,  every  grace, — And  fortify 
the  whole. — To  keep  your  armor  bright, — Attend 
with  constant  care, — Still  walking  in  your  Captain's 
sight, — And  watching  unto  prayer. 

Tl-ESDAY  28._Eccles.  3:1,  9-22.  Zech.  12:8-10; 
13:1;  14:9. 

Xow,  I  pray  Thee,  let  the  power  of  the  Lokd 
be  great,  according  as  Thou  hast  spoken.  Num. 
]4:17. 


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DECEMBER. 


Lord!  if  Thine  arm  support  us  still — With  its 
eternal  strength, — We  shall  o'ercome  the  mightiest 
ill, — And  conquerors  iirove  at  length. 

I  am  eonu'  -a  lii;lit  into  the  world,  that  who- 
soever believeth  on  Me  may  not  a'bide  in  the 
darkness.    John  12 :46. 

The  beam  that  shines  from  Zion's  hill — Shall  light- 
en every  land; — The  King  who  reigns  in  Salem's 
towers — Shall  all  the  world  command.  ■ 

WEDNESDAY  29 — Eccles.  9:1-11.    Rev.  21:1-12. 

I  will  cleanse  them  from  all  their  iniquity, 
wherehy  they  have  sinned  asrainst  Me;  and  I 
will  pardon  all  their  iniquities,  whereby  they 
have  sinned  against  Me.    Jer.  33  :8. 

Grace  renewed  bestow  upon  me, — With  new  zeal, 
my  Saviour,  crown  me, — So  that  I  may  serve  Thee 
solely; — Thy  atonement  make  me  holy. 

Having  therefore  t>hese  promises,  beloA-ed,  let 
us  'clean.se  ourselves  from  all  defilement  of  flesh 
and  spirit,  perfecting  holiness  in  the  fear  of 
God.    2  Cor.  7  :1. 

In  true  simplicity, — O  may  we  cleave  to  Thee, — 
Our  God  and  Saviour; — In  all  things  free  from 
blame, — To  glorify  Thy  Xanie — Be  our  endeavor. 

THURSDAY  30.— Eccles.  11:9—12:14.  Rev.  22: 
1-12. 

Rejoice  ye  with  Jerusalem,  and  be  glad  for 
her,  all  ye  that  love  her:  rejoice  for  joy  with 
her,  all  ye  that  mourn  over  her.    Isa.  66  :10. 

I  love  Thy  Kingdom,  Lord, — The  house  of  Thine 


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abode, — The  Church  our  blest  Redeemer  saved — 
With  His  own  precious  blood. 

Our  Lord  Je.sus  Christ  shall  also  coufinn 
vou  unto  the  end,  that  ye  he  unreprovable  in 
His  day.    1  Cor.  1 :8. 

Thee  may  our  tongues  for  ever  bless ; — Thee  may 
we  love  alone ; — And  ever  in  our  lives  express — 
The  image  of  Thine  own. 

€  FRIDAY  31.— Ps.  103.    Rev.  22:13-21. 

Of  the  increase  of  His  government  and  of 
peace  there  shall  be  no  end,  upon  the  throne  of 
David,  and  upon  his  kingdom,  to  establish  it, 
and  to  uphold  it  with  justice  and  with  right- 
eousness from  henceforth  even  for  ever.  Isa. 
9:6. 

Come,  Kingdom  of  our  God, — ^Sweet  reign  of  light 
and  love! — Shed  peace  and  hope  and  joy  abroad, — 
And  wisdom  from  aibove. 

The  God  of  peace  be  with  you  all.  Rom. 
15  :33. 

Needful  art  Thou,  my  guide,  my  stay, — Through 
all  life's  dark  and  weary  way; — Nor  less  in  death 
Thou  'It  needful  be, — To  bring  my  spirit  home  to 
Thee. 


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APPENDIX. 


HISTORICAL  NOTES. 


JANUARY. 

1,  1742. — Opening    of    the    first    "Pennsylvania  Synod." 
1,  1815. — Sharon,  Ohio,  congregation  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Dec.  24.  1817. 
1,  1856.— First  issue  of  THE  MORAVIAN. 
1,  1858. — Congregation  at  Chaska,  Minn.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  July  22,  1860. 

1,  1915. — Congregation  at  Waconia,  Minn.,  organized. 

2,  1744.— Chapel   in   the   Whitefield  House,   Nazareth,  con- 

secrated. 

3,  1854.— John  A.  Bucklev  (first  colored  Moravian  minister), 

Antigua,  ordained. 

5,  1749. — Founding  of  the  school  for  girls,  now  the  "Semi- 

nary for  Young  Ladies."  at  Bethlehem.  Pa. 

6,  1760. — Baptism   of   the   first   converts  at   Lichtenfels,  in 

Greenland,  by  Matthew  Stach. 
6,  1771. — Baptism  of  the  first  Bushnegro  in  Surinam. 
6,  1774. — Baptism  of  the  first  converts  in  Tranquebar. 
6,  1781.— First  Calmuck— a  blind  girl— at  Sarepta,  Russia, 

baptized. 

12,  1743.— First  Moravian  Congregation  in  Philadelphia,  or- 
ganized. 

Churches   consecrated.   Nov.   25.    1742;   Dec.  12, 
1819;  Jan.  26.  1856;  Oct.  8.  1893. 
19,  1733. — Departure  of  the  first  missionaries  to  Greenland. 

19,  1887. — Organization  of  the  congregation  at  Hector,  Minn. 

20,  1889. — German    Congregation   at    Grand   Rapids,  organ- 

ized. 

Church  consecrated,  Jan.  21.  1906. 
25,  1761. — Sharon,  in  Surinam,  attacked  and  burned  by  the 
Bush  negroes. 

28,  1741. — The  first  undenominational  Christian  Association 

organized  in  New  York  City,  by  Peter  Bohler. 
30,  1864. — Congregation  at  Sturgeon  Bay.,  Wise,  organized. 


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183 


FEBRUARY. 

2,  1891. — Congregation  at  Bethel,  N.  Dak.,  organized. 

7,  1883. — Congregation   at   Elim,   Minn.,  organized. 

8,  1849. — First  meeting  of  the  Home  Mission   Society  at 

Bethlehem,  Pa. 

9,  1749. — Organization  of  the  Warwick  (now  Lititz)  congre- 

gation by  Spangenberg.  Sesqui-centennial  cele- 
brated  Sept.   10-11.  1899. 

St.  James'  Church  consecrated,  July  28,  1744. 
Church  at  Lititz  consecrated,  July  13,  1787;  Reno- 
vated, Dec.  20,  1857. 

12.  1765. — First  house  amongst  the  Bush  negroes,  Surinam, 

occupied. 

13.  1870. — The  congregation  at  Unionville,  Mich.,  organized. 

14.  1765.— The  site  of  Salem,  N.  C.  selected. 

14,  1770. — Original  "society,"  out  of  which  arose  the  congre- 
gation at  Friedberg,  N.  C,  organized. 

16,  1736. — David  Nitschmann,  the  first  Moravian  Bishop  in 
America,  arrived  with  a  colony  at  Savannah,  Ga. 

18,  1775.— First  place  of  worship  at  Friedland,  N.  C,  con- 

secrated. 

19,  1776. — Consecration  of  the  chapel,  and  baptism  of  the 

first  convert,  in  Labrador,  at  Nain. 

19,  1871. — Consecration  of  the  Chapel  of  the  German  Home 

Mission   in  New   York,   in  the  building  No.  636 
•     Sixth  Street. 

20,  1749. — Congregation  at  Lancaster.  Pa.,  organized. 

Churches  consecrated,  Nov.  10,  1746;  July  8, 
1821. 

22,  1742. — The  first  three  Mohegan  Indians  from  Shekomeko, 

N.  Y..  baptized  at  Oley,  Pa.,  by  Christian  H. 
Rauch. 

23,  1873. — The  fourth  new  congregation  of  the  Brethren's 

Church  organized  at  Tschenkowitz,  Bohemia. 

24,  1734. — Departure  of  the  first  Missionaries  to  Lapland — 

Grassman,  Schneider,  and  John  Nitschmann. 
27,  1788. — The   Society   for  Propagating  the  Gospel,  incor- 
porated. 


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MARCH. 

1,  1457. — Beginning  of  the  Ancient  Brethren's  Church. 

4,  1914. — Congregation  at  Daggett.  Mich.,  organized. 

Church  occupied,  Dec.  24.  1916. 

5,  1882.— Congregation  at  Port  Washington,  O.,  organized. 

Church   consecrated,   Oct.   21,  1883. 
8,  17S2. — Ninety-six  Christian  Indians  murdered  at  Gnaden- 
hiitten,  on  the  Tuscarawas,  Ohio,  by  white  rangers. 

10,  1737. — Departure  of  the  first  Missionaries  to  Guinea. 

11,  1737. — George    Schmidt,   the   first   Missionary  to  South 

Africa,  set  sail. 

11,  1853.— Congregation  in  Brooklyn,  N.  Y.,  organized. 
Church  consecrated.  Sept.   10.  1854. 

13,  1735. — David  Nitschmann,  the  first  Bishop  of  the  Re- 
newed Brethren's  Church,  consecrated  at  Berlin, 
by   Bishop  Jablonsky. 

19,  1759. — Anniversary  of  the  church  at  Bethania,  N.  C. 

19,  1912.— Trinity  (Second)  Church,  Utica.,  N.  Y.,  organ- 
ized. 

Church  occupied.  June  10,  1914. 
22,  1735. — The  first  Moravian  colony  to  America  arrived  at 

Savannah,  Ga. 
25,  1752. — The  congregation  at  York.  Pa.,  organized. 

Church   consecrated.   Oct.   25,  1868. 

25,  1757. — Sharon,    first    Mission-station   in    Surinam,  dedi- 

cated. 

26,  1739. — Kajarnak,   the   first  convert   in   Greenland,  bap- 

tized. 


APRIL. 

1,  1740.— The  first  Hottentot  baptized  by  George  Schmidt. 
1,  1888. — Organization  of  the  congregation  at  Easton,  Pa. 

Church  consecrated.  Sept.  29,  1895. 
10,  1866. — Congregation  at  Elizabeth,  N.  J.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Nov.  21,  1869. 

Transferred  to   Reid  and   Lafayette  Sts.,  Jan.  4, 

1914. 

13,  1885. — Organization  of  the  congregation  at  Windsor.  Wis. 


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185 


14,  1570.— Adoption  of  the  Consensus  of  Sendomir,  by  the 

Brethren's  Church,  Reformed  and  Lutherans. 

15,  1729. — David  Nitschmann,  the  martyr,  died  in  prison  at 

Olmiitz,  in  Moravia. 

19,  1846. — Consecration  of  the  church  at  Enon,  Indiana. 

25,  1858. — Congregation  at  North  Salem,  Wis.,  organized. 

27,  1775. — Bishop  Peter  Bohler  died  in  London. 

27,  1912. — Moravian  School  Teachers'  Pension  Fund  organ- 
ized. 

MAY. 

3,  1884. — The  Brethren  Hartman  and  Weinland  sailed  from 

San  Francisco  on  the  U.  S.  Revenue  Cutter  Cor- 
win,  for  Alaska,  to  select  a  site  fnr  a  Mission. 
First  Missionary  Party  arrived  at  Ttethel  nn  the 
Kuskokwim,  July  13.  1885. 

Mission  Building,  Bethel,  occupied,  Oct.  10.  1885. 

4,  1730. — Anna     Nitschmann's     Covenant     with  seventeen 

single  sisters. 

4,  1742. — The  first  Moravian  school  for  girls  in  America 
opened  at  Germantown.  Pa. 

6,  1799. — The  first  settlers  from  Old  Gnadenhutten,  Pa.,  ar- 

rived at  Gnadenhutten.  Ohio. 

7,  1740. — Peter   Bohler   and   Henry    Antes   arrived   at  the 

Whitefielu  tract,  near  Nazareth. 
9,  1897. — Church  at  Bruderheim.   Alberta,  consecrated. 

10,  1752. — Departure  of  Hocker  from  London  on  a  mission 

to  Egj'pt  and  Abyssinia. 

11,  1891. — Congregation  at  Casselton,  N.  D..  organized. 

12,  1727. — First  Brotherly  Agreement  adopted  at  Herrnhut. 
12,  1749.— Passage  of  the  Act  of  Parliament  in  which  the 

Unitas  Fratrum  is  acknowledged  as  an  "ancient 

Protestant  Episcopal  Church." 
12,  1740. — The  "Third  Sea  Congregation,"  of  120  persons,  led 

by  Bishop  John  Nitschmann,  arrived  at  New  York 

on  the  ship  Irene. 
12,  1844. — Church  at  Canal  Dover,  Ohio,  consecrated. 
17,  1863. — Consecration  of  the  church  at  Palmyra,  N.  J, 

Second    Church    building    consecrated.    May  29, 

1904. 


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17,  1902. — The  congregation  at  Calgary,  Alberta,  organized. 

20,  1909.— The  Executive  Board  of  the  Canadian  District 
incorporated  by  act  of  the  Parliament  of  Canada 
under  the  title  of  "The  Board  of  Elders  of  the 
Canadian  District  of  the  Moravian  Church  in 
America." 

24,  1822. — St.  Philip's  (Colored)  Congregation,  Winston-Sa- 
•  >     lem,  N.  C.  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  Dec.  28.  1823. 

24,  1914. — Congregation  at  Tagus,  N.  D.,  organized. 

24,  1856. — Church  at  Macedonia,  N.  C,  consecrated. 

24,  1878. — Organization  of  the  congregation  at  Goshen,  N.  D. 

26,  1844. — First  congregation  at  West  Salem,  111.,  organized. 

26,  1700. — Nicholas   Lewis  Zinzendorf  born  in  Dresden. 

Consecrated    Bishop    by    Bishops    Jablonsky  and 
Nitschmann,  May  20,  1737. 
Died  at  Herrnhut,  May  9,  1760. 

30,  1416. — Jerome  of  Prague  suffers  martyrdom. 

30,  1740. — Arrival  of  the  first  company  of  brethren  ana 
sisters,  under  the  leadership  of  Peter  Bohler  and 
Anthony  Seiffert.  at  the  Whitefield  tract,  Naza- 
reth, Pa. 

30,  1867. — The  first  leper  hospital  at  Jerusalem  consecrated. 

31,  1846.— First  church  at  West  Salem,  111.,  consecrated. 

JUNE. 

2,  1895. — First  Moravian  congregation,  emigrants  from 
Volhynia,  Russia,  organized  in  Bruederheim,  Al- 
berta, Canada. 

2,  1895. — Congregation  at  Rudolph.  Wise,  organized. 

Church  occupied.  Aug.  4.  1914. 

3,  1869. — The  Messenger  of  Peace  launched. 

7,  1742. — "First  Sea  Congregation"  landed,  Philadelphia. 
7,  1889. — Work  among  the  Indians  of  Southern  California 
begun. 

Church  at  Potrero,   Cal.,  consecrated.  April  20, 

1890. 

9,  1772. — David  Zeisberger  occupied  the  first  bouse  at 
Schoenbrunn,  on  the  Tuscarawas  River,  Ohio. 


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187 


10,  1866. — Congregation  at  Grace  Hill,  Iowa,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  Apr.  19,  1868. 

11,  1857. — Congregation  at  Fry's  Valley,  O.,  organized  and 

church  consecrated. 

12,  1722. — The  first  exiles  from  Moravia  arrive  at  Berthels- 

dorf. 

12,  1905. — Strathcona,  Alberta,  organized. 

14,  1896.— Church  at  Great  Kills.  S.  I.,  consecrated. 

16,  1798. — Heckewelder,    Edwards    and    five    Indians  from 

Fairfield,  Canada,  arrived  at  Gnadenhuetten,  Ohio, 
to  renew  the  settlement. 

17,  1722. — Beginning  of  the  building  of  Herrnhut  by  the  first 

emigrants  from  Moravia. 

17,  1830. — Organization  of  the  congregation  at  Hope,  Ind., 
and  the  first  church  consecrated. 

17,  1853. — Organization  of  the  congregation  at  Ebenezer,  Wis. 

21,  1621. — Twenty-seven  prominent  patriots,  among  them 
many  members  of  the  Brethren's  Church,  execut- 
ed at  Prague. 

21,  1885. — Consecration  of  the  church  at  Coopersburg.  Pa. 

22,  1859. — Congregaticm  at  Mamre,  Wis.,  organized. 

23,  1742. — Consecration  of  the  first  place  of  worship  at  Beth- 

lehem, Pa.,  by  Count  Zinzendorf. 
25,  1530.— Presentation  of  the  Confession  of  Augsburg. 
25,  1742. — Organization   of   the   congregation   at  Bethlehem, 

Pa. 

The  second  place  of  worship  in  Bethlehem,  the 

present  "Old  Chapel,"  consecrated,  July  10. 

Large  Church  consecrated.  May  6.  1806. 
25,  1747. — Congregation  at  Nazareth,  Pa.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  March  9.  1862. 
25.  1916. — Congregation  at  Havelock,  N.  Dak.,  organized. 

Church  occupied.  Oct.  22,  1916. 

27,  1895. — Congregation  at  Bruederfeld,  Alberta,  organized. 

28,  1874. — Anniversary    Festival    of    the    congregation  at 

Mamre,  Wis. 

28,  1898. — Rev.  Ernst  L.  Weber,  missionary' to  Alaska,  with 
wife  and  child,  were  lost  in  a  storm  in  Kusko- 
kwim  Bay. 


188 


APPENriX. 


JULY. 

2,  1760. — The  first  fourteen  Brethren  arrived  in  Tranquebar. 
6,  1369.— John  Hus  born. 

6,  1415. — John  Hus  burned  at  the  stake,  at  Constance. 

6,  1763. — Congregation  at  New  Dorp,  N.  Y.,  organized. 

Churches  consecrated,  Dec.  7.  1763:  May  15.  184S. 

6,  176^. — Arrival   of   five   brethren   in   Guinea — the  second 
attempt  to  found  a  Mission. 

6,  1800. — Congregation  at   Gnadenhiitten,   Ohio,  organized. 
Church  consecrated.  July  10,  1803. 
12,  1891. — Congregation  at  Bethesda,  Minn.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  Sept.  19.  1911. 
12,  1908. — Beth-Tphillah   Congregation,   N.   Y.   City,  organ- 
ized. 

Removed  to  124-126  W.  136th  St.,  March  29.  1914. 
12,  1908. — Fairview    Congregation.    Winston-Salem,    N.  C, 

organized   and  church  consecrated. 
14,  1912. — Congregation  of  Trinity  Church,  Winston-Salem, 

N.  C.  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  April  5,  1914. 
17,  1878.— Congregation   of   Fifth   Church,   Phila.,   Pa.,  or- 
ganized. 

Church  occupied.  March  20,  1904. 

20,  1849.— The  German  colony  arrived  at  West  Salem,  111. 

21,  1771. — Original  "Society"  out  of  which  arose  the  congre- 

gation at  Friedland.  N.  C,  organized. 

21.  1776.— The  first  baptism  in  Paramaribo. 

22,  1859. — Congregation  at  Mamre,  Wise,  organized. 

22,  1900. — Congregation  at  Tabor,  N.  Dak.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Aug.  19,  1900. 

23,  1882.— Consecration  of  the  church  at  Elim,  Minn. 
26,  1896. — Congregation  at  Heimthal,  Alberta,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  July  22,  1901. 

30,  1747. — Congregation  at  Emmaus,  Pa.,  organized. 

31,  1752. — Arrival  of  the  first  Missionaries  in  Labrador. 

AUGUST. 

1,  1850. — Scandinavian  colony  removed  from  Milwaukee  to 
Fort  Howard  CWest  Green  Bay).  Wis. 
Church  consecrated,  Feb.   14.  1869.-. 


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1,  1909. — Pleasant  Point,  Saskatchewan,  Canada,  organized; 

the  first  Moravian  congregation  in  the  Province 
of  Saskatchewan. 

9,  1908. — Congregation  at  Alice,  Cass  Co.,  N.  D.,  organ- 
ized. 

Church  consecrated.  May  16.  1909. 
10,  1885. — Brother  Hans  Torgersen  drowned  in  the  Kusko- 
kwim   River  in  Alaska. 

12.  1860. — Baptism  of  the  first  convert  in  .\ustralia. 

13.  1727. — Special  visitation  of  grace  in  the  congregation  at 

Herrnhut.  at  the  Holy  Communion  in  the  church 

at  Berthelsdorf. 
13.  1837.— Congregation  at  Hopedale.  Pa.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  July  10,  1859. 
13,  1854. — Congregation  at  Utica,  N.  Y.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  .^ug.  14.  1856. 
13,  1859.— West  Salem  English  church  consecrated. 

13,  1900. — Congregation  at  Clemmons,  N.  C,  organized. 

14.  1864. — Consecration  of  the  church  at  Watertown,  Wis. 

16.  1740.— First  sermon  to  the  Indians  at  Shekomeko,  N.  Y., 

by  Christian  Henry  Rauch. 

17.  1727. — Great  revival  amongst  the  children  at  Herrnhut. 

18,  1872. — Consecration  of  the  church  at  Unionville,  Mich. 

19,  1745. — The    first    missionary    society    in    -America,  "The 

Society  for  the  Furtherance  of  the  Gospel,"  formed 
by  the  Brethren  at  Bethlehem.  It  was  resusci- 
tated, 1787.  as  "The  Society  for  Propagating  the 
Gospel." 

19,  1900.— Consecration  of  the  church  at  Tabor.  N.  Dakota. 
21,  1732. — First  Moravian  Missionaries  to  the  heathen  left 
Herrnhut  for  St.  Thomas. 

26,  1780.— Congregation   at   Hope,   N.    C.  organized. 

Churches  consecrated  Mar.  28,  1780.  and  Aug.  29, 
1896. 

27,  1727. — Beginning  of  the  Hourly  Intercession. 

28,  1859. — Congregation  at  Egg  Harbor,  N.  J.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Dec.  22,  1860. 
31,  1873.— Church  at  Castleton  Corners,  Staten  Island,  N.  Y., 
consecrated. 


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APPENDIX. 


SEPTEMBER. 

3,  1780. — The  congregation  at  Friedberg.  N.  C,  regularly 
organized. 

Churches  consecrated.  Mar.  7,  1769;  May  12, 
1788;  July  3.  1827. 

Advent  Chapel  consecrated,  Sept.  12,  1897. 

Enterprise  Chapel  consecrated.  April  11,  1898. 
5,  1869.' — Congregation  at  Northfield.  Minn.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Nov.  16.  1873. 
7,  1794.— Girls'  School  at  Lititz  (Linden  Hall)  founded. 
9,  1753. — A  colony  of  twenty-four  Single  Brethren  arrived 

at  New  York  on  the  ship  Irene. 
10,  1738.— The   first   Missionaries   arrive   in   Berbice,  Suri- 

10,  1796. — Circular  issued  by  the  Society  for  Propagating  the 
Gospel,  inivting  settlers  to  the  Ohio  lands  granted 
by  Congress.  June  1. 

10,  185-1.— First  Church.   Brooklyn.  N.  Y.,  consecrated. 

11,  1854. — Congregation  at  Watertown,  Wis.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  Nov.   20.  1904. 

11,  1910. — Congregation  at  Watrous,  Saskatchewan,  Canada, 

12,  1905. — Congregation  at  .Mtura    Minn.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Sept.   17,  1908. 
16,  1741.— Particular  Memorial  Day  for  the  Ministers  of  the 

Urethren's  Church. 
18,  1792.— Bishop  Spangenberg  died  at  Berthelsdorf. 

21,  1787. — Meeting  to  organize  the  Society  for  Propagating 

the  Gospel,  at  Bethlehem. 

22,  1734. — George  Bonisch.  the  first  Moravian  evangelist  in 

.America,  landed  at  Philadelphia. 

25,  1887.— Congregation  at  Oak  Grove.  N.  C.  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  May  14,  1888. 

26,  1868.— Original  church  at  Harrowgate,  Pa.,  consecrated. 

Present  building.   Oct.  8,  1871. 
26,  1897. — Scandinavian  Congregation  at  Grand  Rapids.  Wis., 
organized. 

26,  1909. — Congregation  at  Dundurn,  Saskatchewan,  Canada, 
organized. 

28,  1759. — First  fourteen  Brethren  start  for  Tranquebar. 


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191 


OCTOBER. 

1,  1868. — Congregation  at  Hebron,  Minn.,  organized. 

Churches  consecrated.  Nov.  6,  1870:  Oct.  8.  1893. 

2,  1785. — Re-organization  of  the  Young  Ladies'  Seminary, 

Eethlehem,  Pa. 

J,  1807. — Commencement  of  the  Theological  Seminary  at 
Nazareth,  with  three  students. 
Consecration  and  opening  of  the  Moravian  College 
and  Theological  Seminary,  on  Church  Street, 
Bethlehem,  Pa.,  Aug.  30.  1858. 
Consecration  of  "Comenius  Hall,"  the  main  build- 
ing of  the  new  College  and  Theological  Seminary, 
Main  Street.  Bethlehem,  Pa.,  Sept.  27,  1892. 

J,  1904. — Congregation  of  New  Sarepta,  Alberta,  organized. 

3,  1762. — Congregation   at   Schoeneck,   Pa.,  organized. 

Churches  consecrated,  Oct.  3.  1762;  Oct.  20, 
1793;  Oct.  6,  1889. 

3,  1896. — Congregation  at  Moravia,  N.  C,  organized. 

4,  1874. — Congregation  at  Gerah,  Wis.,  organized. 

5,  1908. — Congregation  at  Greensboro.  N.  C,  organized. 

6,  1889. — Congregation  at  London,  Wis.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Nov.  18.  1894. 
8.  1738. — Congregation  at  Graceham.  Md.,  organized. 
8,  1772. — David  Nitschmann,   first   Bishop  of  the  Renewed 

Brethren's  Church,  died  at  Bethlehem. 
8,  1865. — Baptism  of  the  first  converts  in  Tibet. 

8,  1916. — Church  at  Waconia,  Minn.,  consecrated. 

9,  1900. — The  school  at  Clemmons,  N.  C,  opened. 

10,  1885. — First  missionary  party  occupy  Mission  House  at 
Bethel,  Alaska. 

The  first  eight  converts  from  among  the  Esqui- 
maux of  Alaska  baptized  at  Bethel,  Sept.  10,  1888. 

12,  1851.— German   congregation.   Green   Bay,   Wis.,  organ- 

ized. 

13,  1881. — Congregation  at  Shiloh,  Wis.,  organized. 

13,  1901. — Third  Moravian  Church.  New  York  City,  organ- 
ized. 

16,  1870. — The  church  at  Pottenstein,  Bohemia,  organized. 
18,  1871. — Ephrata  Missionary  Home,  Nazareth,  Pa.,  opened. 


192 


APPENDIX. 


18,  1889.— Congregation  at  Stapleton,  S.  I.,  N.  Y.,  organ- 
ized.    Church  occupied.  Nov.  24.  1889. 
22,  1806.— Church  at  Bethania,  N.  C.  consecrated. 

22,  1893.— The  Helen  Stadiger  Borhek  Memorial  Chapel  of 

the  Moravian  Theological   Seminary  consecrated. 

23,  1881. — Congregation  at  Canaan,   N.  D..  organized. 

23,  1883. — Organization  of  the  church  at  Coopersburg.  Pa. 

24,  1874'.— Organization  of  the  church  at  Uhrichsville,  Ohio. 

25,  1903. — Congregation  at  Aurelia,  N.  Dak.,  organized. 
28,  1893. — Church  at  Fulp,  N.  C,  consecrated. 

31,  1858. — Consecration  at  Laketown,  Minn.,  organized. 

Churches  consecrated,  Nov.  18,  1857;  Sept.  IS, 
1872;  Nov.  17.  1878. 

NOVEMBER. 

1,  1787.— First  general  meeting  of  the  Society  for  Propagat- 
ing the  Gospel,   at  Bethlehem. 

1,  1848. — Congregation  at  New  Philadelphia,  N.  C,  organ- 
ized. 

Churcli  consecrated,  Sept.   1.  1858. 

3,  1889. — Church  at  Hector,   Minn.,  consecrated. 

6,  1893. — Congregation  at  Wachovia  Arbor.  N.  C,  organ- 
ized. 

Church  consecrated,  Nov.  26,  1896. 

12,  1909. — Congregation   at   Kellner,   Wis.,  organized. 

Church   consecrated.  May  29,  1910. 

13,  1741. — Formal    promulgation   in   the   Unitas   Fratrum  of 

the  doctrine  of  the  Immediate  Headship  of  the 
Lord  Jesus  Christ  in  His  Church  on  earth. 

13,  1756.— Consecration  of  the  chapel  in  Nazareth  Hall,  Pa. 

13,  1771.- — Church  at  Salem,  N.  C,  consecrated;  also  Nov. 
8.  1800. 

13,  1913.— Congregation  at  Strehlow,  N.  Dak.,  organized. 

15,  1670. — Bishop  John  Amos  Comenius  died  at  Amsterdam. 

17,  1753.^ — The  first  colony  of  Brethren  from  Bethlehem  ar- 
rived at  the  spot  where  Bethabara  was  founded, 
on  the  Wachovia  Tract  in  North  Carolina. 

17,  1808.— David  Zeisberger.  the  Moravian  Apostle  to  the  In- 
dians, dies  at  Goshen,  Ohio,  after  a  service  of 
sixty-three  years. 


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193 


17,  1850. — Scandinavian  congregation,  first  called  Ephraim, 
founded  at  Fort  Howard  (West  Green  Bay),  Wis. 
Church   occupied,   Dec.    1,  1850. 

24,  1755. — Burning   of   the   Mission-house   at  Gnadenhiitten, 

Pa.,  by  the  Indians.  The  Mission-family,  consist- 
ing of  fifteen  persons,  with  the  exception  of  three 
who  escaped  and  one  who  was  carried  into  cap- 
tivity, were  either  butchered,  or  burned  to  death. 

25,  1747. — Arrival  of  the  Missionaries  Hocker  and  Rueffer  at 

Ispahan,  in  Persia. 

25,  1852. — Congregation  at  Mt.  Bethel,  Va.,  organized. 

26,  1743. — "Second  Sea  Congregation"  landed  at  New  York. 
26,  1788. — Church  at  Bethabara,  N.  C.  consecrated. 

26,  1902. — Congregation  at  Bethany,  Minn.,  organized. 
Church  occupied.  March   14,  1915. 

29,  1896. — Congregation  at  Mayodan,  N.  C.  organized. 

30,  1741. — Count  Zinzendorf  landed  in  America. 

DECEMBER. 

4,  1904. — Chapel  at  Rincon.  California  Indian  Mission,  con- 
secrated. 

6.  1736. — First  Synod  of  the  Renewed  Brethren's  Church 

held  at  Marienborn. 
6,  1874. — Consecration  of  the  church  at  Mechanicstown,  Md. 
11,  1528. — Bishop    Luke    of    Prague    died    at  Jungbunzlau, 

Bohemia. 

13,  1732. — Dober  and  Nitschmann,  the  first  missionaries,  ar- 
rive at  St.  Thomas.  W.  I. 

13,  1896. — Chapel  at  Martinez,  California  Indian  Mission, 
consecrated. 

Work   begun,    .\utumn    of    1896.     Church  conse- 
crated, April  21,  1912. 
19,  1747. — Congregation,  Hebron,  now  Lebanon,  Pa.,  found- 
ed. 

21,  1856. — Congregation  at  Lake  Mills,  Wisconsin,  organized. 

Third  church  consecrated,  Dec.  20.  1891. 

22,  1735. — -Arrival  of  the  first  missionaries  in  Surinam. 
22,  1866. — Congregation  at  Freedom    Wis.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Oct.  6.  1867. 


194 


APPENDIX. 


24,  1741.— First  celebration  of  Christmas  Eve.  Bethlehem,  Pa. 

25,  18$2. — Congregation  at  South  Bethlehem,  Pa.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated.  Nov.  20,  1864. 
27,  1748. — The  Society  in  New  York  City  organized  into  a. 

regular  Moravian  Church,  by  Bishop  John  de 
Watteville. 

Churches  consecrated,  June   18,   1783:    Nov.  22» 

a829;  April  18,  1869. 
27,  1808. — Congregation  at  Princeton,  Minn.,  organized. 
31,  1865. — Congregation  at  Riverside,  N.  J.,  organized. 

Church  consecrated,  Oct.   17,  1869. 

New  church  building  occupied,  March  12,  1912. 


The  Anniversary  or  Covenant  Days  of  the  dasse* 
("Choirs"):  of  all  the  choirs,  March  25;  of  the  Widows, 
April  30:  the  Unmarried  Sisters,  May  4;  the  Older  Girls, 
June  4:  the  Older  Boys,  July  9,  or  October  21:  the  Children, 
August  17:  the  Unmarried  Brethren,  August  29;  the  Widow- 
ers, .'\ugust  31:  the  Married  Brethren  and  Sisters,  Septem- 
ber 7. 


APPEVDIX. 


195 


DIRECTORY  OF  THE  MINISTERS 

or  THE 

Moravian  Church  in  the  United  States  and  Canada. 

Corrected  to  October  1,  1919. 

N.  B. — The  names  marked  with  an  asterisk  are  those  oi 

Retired  Ministers,  whether  receiving  pension  or  not,  or  of 
such  as  have  been  released  for  service  elsewhere.  The 
letters  D.,  P.,  or  Ep.,  placed  after  the  name,  signify 
"Deacon,"  "Presbyter,"  or  "Episcopus,"  i.  e..  Bishop.  The 
year  number  placed  before  the  name  is  the  date  of  ordina- 
tion as  a  Deacon. 

The  large  majority  of  these  ministers  are  graduates  of 
The  Moravian  College  and  Theological  Seminarj-  at  Bethle- 
hem, Pa.,  and  as  such  hold  the  earned  scholastic  degree 
of  B.  A.  (Bachelor  of  Arts]  or  B.  D.  [Bachelor  of  Divinity] 
or  both,  so  these  degrees  are  not  indicated.  The  postgraduate 
earned  degrees  of  M.  A.  [Master  of  Arts]  and  Ph.  D.  [Doc- 
tor of  Philosophy]  and  the  honorary  degrees  D..  D.  [Doctor 
of  Divinity],  and  LL.  D.  [Doctor  of  Laws]  are  indicated  by 
the  usual  initials  after  the  name. 

1890  'Abel,  .\llen,  (P)          656  X.  5th  St.,  Reading,  Pa. 

1904  Albrecht,  Chas.  A.,  (P)  E.xcelsior,  Minn. 

1898  Albright,  S.  C,  M.  A.,  (P)  749  South  St.,  Utica,  N.  Y. 

1912  Andrews,.  Mark  J..  (P)Ephraim,  Wis. 

5    1881  Bahnsen,  Geo.  F.,  (P)Coopersburg,  Pa. 

1919  Barletta,  Ettore,  D)...New  Dorp,  Staten  Island,  N.  Y. 
1911  *Besiegel,  W.  E..  (P).  Great  Kills,  X.  Y. 
1870  •Blickensderfer,  J.,  (P)Oxford,  Ohio. 
1879  'Blum,  S.J. ,  D.D.,  (P)  1209  Monocacy  St.,  Beth'm,  Pa. 
10    1910  Bornman,  Chas.  J.  (?)  Xorthfield,  Minn. 

1903  Brennecke,  R.  H.,  (P) .^6  W.  Orange  St..  Lancaster,  Pa. 
1915  Bruner,  J.  George  (P)..  Daggett,  Mich. 
1911  ♦Brunner,Edm.deSi,Ph.D.,(P)  Mountain  Lakes,  N.  J. 
1910  Buuin,  A.  F  (D)  Bethel,  Kuskokwim  Dist.,  Alaska. 


IS    1879  Clewell.J.H.,  Ph.D.,(P)87  West  Church  St.,  Beth'm,  Pa. 
1892  *ClewelI,R.E.,M.A.,(P)  Richmond,  Va. 


196 


APPENDIX. 


1880  •Cope,  Wilson  A.,  (P).R.  R.  2,  Allentown,  Pa. 
1892  Crosland,  Edw.  S.,  (P)  Lititz,  Pa. 

1912  "Deer,  Irwin  E.,  (P).  .  3616    Brisbane    St..  Harrisburg, 
Pa. 

20     1898  *DeIbo,  A.  C,  (D) ...  Calif  ornia. 

1912  Drebert,  Ernest,  (P) . .  R.  R.  5,  Washington.  Iowa. 
1912  Drebert,   Ferdinand(D)  Bethel,  Kuskokwim  Dist.,  Alaika. 

1901  Flinn,  V.  G.,  (?)  Port  Washington,  Ohio. 

1896  Fluck,  W.H.,  M.A.,  (P)  Hope,  Ind. 

25    1906  Francke,  A.  E.,  (P) . .  456    Webster    St.,    So.  Bethle- 
hem, Pa. 

1894  Gapp,  S.  H.,  Ph.D.,  D.D.,  (P)  63  West  Church  St., 
Bethlehem,  Pa. 

1882  Gerdsen.H.A.,  D.D.,(P)  706  Cornelia  St.,  Utica,  N.  Y. 
1918  Goerner,  J.  H.,  '  D) .  . .  R.  R.  6,  Watertown,  Wis. 
1905  Goerner,  Walter  J  M.A.,  (P)  R.  R.  1,  Davenport,  N.  D. 
30    1903  Grabow,  R.  J.,  (P)...R.  R.  6,  Appleton,  Wis. 
1899  Grabs,  F.  Walter,  (P) .  Bethania,  N.  C. 
1886  Greenfield,  J.,  M.A.,(P)  Winona  Lake.  Ind. 
1888  Greider,  Paul  M.,  (P).  Great  Kills,  Staten  Island.  N.  Y. 

1888  "Groenfeldt,  Sam'l,  (P)  Sturgeon  Cay,  Wis. 

35    1884  Grunert,  F.  E.,  (P)...  347  Jay  St.,  Brooklyn,  N.  Y 
1912  Gutensohn, Charles  (P)  Bruderheim,  Alta.,  Canada. 
1890  •Gutensohn.  P.,  (P) . .  .Gnadenhutten,  Ohio. 
1918  Gutensohn, Sam'l  f..(D)  Tagus,  N.  D. 

1912  Harke,  Albert  J.,  (D).  R.R.I.  New  Philadelphia.  Ohio. 
40    1889  Hagen,  Ernest  S.,  (P).  New  Dorp.  Staten  Island.  N.  Y. 

1881  Hamilton.  J.  Taylor,  D.D..  (Ep.)  424  N.  Ave.  C,  Beth- 

lehem, Pa. 

1879  Hall,  James  E.,  (P) . . .  Clemmons.  Forsyth  Co..  N.  C. 
1873  *Hark,  J.M.,  D.D.,  (P)   912  Buchanan  St.,  Lancaster,  Pa. 

1889  Haupert.  Albert.  (P)..West   Salem.  111. 

45     1904  Heath.  Edwin  J.,  M.A..  (P)   Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1875  •Heath.  G.  O..  (D)...I13  McKinley  Ave.,  Lansdowne, 
Pa. 

1902  Heidenreich.  G.  A.,  (P)R.  R.  1,  Durbin,  N.  D. 

1913  Heise.  Henry  R..  (P) .  .Havelock.  N.  D. 
1896  *Heise,  Otto  E.,  (P)..  Green  Bay,  Wis. 

SO    1903  •Helmich,  B.  K.,  (D)  .Unionville,  Mich. 


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197 


1901  Helmich.  D.  C,  (P) . . .  Chaska,  Minn. 
1892  Helmich,  Edw.  F.,  (P)  Sturgeon  Bay,  Wis. 

1903  "Henkelmann,  G.,  (P)  9942     79th     Ave.,  Edmonton, 

South,  Alberta,  Canada. 

1918  Henkelmann,  Reinhold  (D)  R.  R.  2,  Nazareth,  Pa. 

5S    1900  Hermstaedt,  C.  £..  (P)1S6  N.  Reid  St.,  Elizabeth,  N.  J. 

1895  Hinz,  John,  (P)  On    furlough    in  Germany. 

1919  Jloltmeier,  H.  E.,  (DJ.R.  R.  5,  Springfield,  Minnesota. 

1906  Holton,  Edgar  A.,  (P)R.  R.  4,  Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1886  'Howard,  Jacob,  (P)..219  E.  60  St.,  New  York,  N.Y. 
60    1892  Hoyler,  Clement,  (Ep.)  9857     84th     Ave.,  Edmonton, 

South,'  Alberta,  Canada. 

1904  Huebener,  Robert,  (P)  Dundurn,    Saskatchewan,  Can- 

ada. 

1907  Johnson,  Herbert,  (P).R.  R.  4,  Winston-Salem,  N.  CI 

1915  Kant,  Herbert  (P)  New  Sarepta.  Alta.,  Canada. 

1884  "Kant.  T.,  (P)  415  Eighth  St.,  Watertown,  Wis. 

65    1896  'Keech,  D.  H.,  (P)  Allentown,  Pa. 

1887  Kemper,  M.  E..  (P)...  1206  N.  Main  St.,  Bethl'm,  Pa. 

1884  "Kilbuck,  J.  H.,  (P)..Akiak,       Kuskokwim  District, 

Alaska. 

1880  *Kinsey,  Calvin  R.,  (P)  Gnadenhutten,  Ohio. 
1898  Kreider,  C.  D.,  (P)...2424  N.  Marshall  St.,  Phila,  Pa. 
70    1908  Kreitlow,  Robert,  (P).  Leonard,  North  Dakota. 
1918  Kuehl,  Henry  A.,  (D)  Uhrichsville,  Ohio. 

1888  Lennox,  F.  E.,  (P)...27  East  Church  St.,  Beth'm,  Pa, 

1896  Luckenbach,  L.  G.,  (P) Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1873  'Madsen,  Christian,(P)Grand  Rapids,  Wis. 

7S    1901  Martin, Charles,  D.D.,  (P)  124  West  136th  St.,  New  York. 

1897  -Martin,  Theophilus,   (P)   R.  R.,  Macungie,  Pa. 
1886  McCuiston,  J.  F..  (P)  .Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1898  Meilicke,  C.  A„  (P)... Grand  Rapids,  Wood  Co.,  Wii. 
1904  Meinert,  C.  R.,  (P) . . .  Emaiis,    Lehigh   Co.,  Pa. 

80    1892  Meinert,  D.  C.  (P)...418   Ave.   D,   Bethlehem,  Pa. 

1874  "Meinert,  Herman,  (P)Lake  Mills,  Wis. 
1898  Meinert,  P.S.,  M.A.,(P)  Nazareth.  Pa. 

1911  Mewaldt,  I.  Richard(P)512   Moravian   St.,   Green  Bay, 
Wis... 

1885  MewaJdf,    Julius,    <P)  Strathcoiia,  -Alber-ta,.' Canada. 


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8S    1878  Moench,C.L.,D.D.,(Ep.)45    West    Church    St.,  Bethle- 
hem, Pa. 

1914  Moore,  John  C,  (P)..  Canadensis,  Pa. 

1902  Moore,  O.  E.,  (?)  225  North  Tenth  St.,  Easton,  Pa. 

1907  Moses, W. v.,  Ph.D.,  (P) Willow  Ave.,  Bethlehem,  Pa. 
1890  Muller  Karl  A.,  D.D..  (Ep.)  508  S.  8th  St.,  Watertown, 
Wis. 

90    1868  "Nagel,  Charles.  (P)..lll  N.  Lime  St.,  Lancaster,  Pa. 
1894  Nitischke,  F.  R.,  (P).1646  Richmond  Turnpike,  Weit 
New  Brighton,  S.  I.,  N.  Y. 

1865  •Oerter,  E.  A.,  (Ep.)..  Dover,  Ohio. 

1886  Oerter,  M.  F.,  (P;  Tuscarawas,  Ohio. 

1874  *Oerter.  W.  H.,  (P)..  Nazareth.  Pa. 
.     95    1892  *Ottow,  R.  E.,  (P)  R.  R.  1,  Davenport,  N.  D. 

1884  Petterson,  A.,  (P)  Altura,  Minn. 

1901  Pfohl,  J.  K.,  (P)  Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1892  Raub,  Frank  E.,  (P)..508  Oak  Lane  Ave.,  Oak  Lane, 

Philadelphia,  Pa. 
1886  Reidenbach,O.E.,M.A.,(P)  Lake  Mills,  Wis. 
100    1859  'Reinke,  C.  L..  (Ep.)  .Gnadenhutten,  Ohio. 

1901  Reinke,  Theodore.  (P).. 31  Third  Are.,  N.,  Grand  Rap- 
-  ids.  Wis., 

1894  Richter,  Henry,  (P)...521  4th  St.,  Green  Bay,  Wis. 

1867  *Ricksecker,  J.  J.,  (P).21  Wall  St.,  Bethlehem,  Pa. 

1916  Rights,  Douglas,  (D) ..  Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 
lOS    1870  *Rights,T.M.,  M.A.,(D)Nazareth,  Pa. 

1912  Rienier,  Reinhold,  (P)  .  .Palmyra,    N.  J. 

1896  Rock,  S.  H.,  (D)  Thermal,  Cal. 

1892  Romig,  C.  E.,  (P)  Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1896  'Romig.J.H.,  M.D.,(D)  Seward,  Alaska. 
110    1890  Romig,  John  S.,  D.D.,  (P)    1411   N.   17th  St..  Philadel- 
phia, Pa. 

1861  "Romig.  Joseph,  (D)..R.  R.  5,  Independence,  Kannas. 
1865  Rondthaler,  E.,  D.D,,  LL.D.,(Ep.)  Winston-Salem,  N  C. 
1896  Rondthaler.  H.  E.,  D.D.,(P)  Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1900  Schattschneider,W.,  (P)108  Seventh  St.,  S.  E.,  Calgary, 
Alberta,  Canada, 
lis    1914  Sched,  Wm.  T.,  (D)..  Bethel,  Alaska. 
1889  Schoechert,  John,  (P). London,  Wit. 


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1906  Schultz,  A.  R.,  (P)  . .  .  .Bird  Island,  Minnesota. 
1910  Schulze,  Hermann.  (P)Strathcona,  Alberta,  Canada. 
1902  Schwarze,  A.  E.,  (P).504  Cole  St.,  Watertown,  Wis. 
120    1908  Schwarze,  Edra'd.  M.A..  (P)  Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 

1896  Schwarze,W.N.,Ph.D.,(P)  1240  Monocacy  St.,  Beth.,  Pa. 
1886  Schweinitz,P.de,D.D.,(P)   67  West  Church  St.,  Bethle- 
hem, Pa. 

1876  *Seifert,  C.  V.,  (P)  .  .  .  2031  Russell  St.,  Madison,  Wis. 
1899  Shultz,  Paul  T.,  (P)..90  Osgood  Ave.,  Stapleton.  S.  I., 
N.  Y. 

125     1894  Shultz,  G.M.,M.A..  (P)800  East  Princess  St.,   York,  Pa. 
1899  Spaugh,  Wm.  E.,  (D)  .Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 
1894  Sperling,  Chas.  N.,  (P).Gnadenhuetten,  Ohio. 
1912  Stansfield,  Robt.  K.,(P)  .Riverside,  N.  J. 
1892  'Staveley,  R.  M.,  (rj.2161  Atlantic  Ave.,  Long  Beach, 
Cal. 

130    1888  Stecker,  G.  A.,  (P)  . . .  Quinhagak,  Alaska. 
1872  'Steinfort,  Charles,  (P)Mondovi,  Wis. 

1906  Stempel,  E.  C,  (P)  801     Douglas    St.,  Greensboro, 

N.  C. 

1898  Stengel,  F.  W.,  (P)...  Linden  Hall,  Lititz.  Pa. 

1914  Stockton,  E.  H.,  (D) ..  Winston-Salem,   N.  C. 

135     1902  Stocker,H.E.,Ph^.,(P)940  Park  Ave.,  New  York. 
1919  Stolz,  Andrew  D.  (Dj.  Reading,  Pa. 
1882  Strohmeier,  Wm.,  (P)  .Graceham,  Md. 
1902  Suemper.  Emil,  (P)...R.  R.  3,  Utica,  Minn. 

1915  Swavely,  Edward  H..  (P)  Alice,  North  DakoU. 

140    1892  Thaeler,  A.  D.,  D.D.,  (PXazareth  Hall,  Nazareth,  Pa. 

1918  Trafford,  Fred.  T.,  (D).218  W.  63rd  St.,  New  York  City. 

1915  ♦Vancura,VaclavF.J.,(D)  Irkutsk,  Siberia. 
1878  'Van  Vleck,  W.T.,  (D)Gnadenhutten,  Ohio. 
1872  *Vog!er,  W.  H.,  (P) ..  Nazareth,  Pa. 

145    1890  Wartzel,  F.  W.,  (P)..Egg  Harbor  City,  N.  J. 

1890  Weber,  C.  A..  (P)....41  North  Duke  St.,  York,  Pa. 

1918  Weber,  C.  O.,  (D)  ..  666  E.  23th  St.,  Indianapolis,  Ind. 
1896  Weingarth,  T.,   (P)  . . .  Unionville,  Mich. 

1894  Weinland,  Jos.  E.,  (P)323  Walnut  St.,  Dover,  Ohio. 
ISO    1885  Weinland,  W.  H.,  (P)BanninK.  Riverside  Co.,  Cal. 

1198  WeinHck.  Jo«.,  (P)...K.  R.  3.  St.  Charles.  Minn. 


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1914  Wesenberg,  W.  I.,  (P)  R.  R.  5,  Watertown,  Wis. 

1880  Wolle,  Edw.  S.,  (P) .  .859  Jennings  St.,  New  iork  City. 

1896  Woosley,  David  J.,  (P)  Escondido.  Cal. 

1902  •Zeller.  Franz.  (P)...  22  Spruce  St..  Bloomfield,  N.  J.» 

Released  for  service  in  the 
German  Presbyterian  Semi-. 
n?ry. 


BISHOPS  OF  THE  UNITAS  FRATRUM 

IN  NORTH  AMERICA. 

With  Dates  of  Consecration. 

Clement  L.  Reinke,  Sept.  30,  1888;  Edward  Rondthaler^ 
D.D.,  LL.D.,  April  12,  1891;  Edmund  A.  Oerter,  Charles  L. 
Moench,  D.D.,  September  18,  1898;  J.  Taylor  Hamilton, 
D.D.,  February  19,  1905;  Karl  A.  Mueller,  D.D.,  Clement. 
Hoyler,  September  13,  1908. 

The  Northern  Province  in  America. 
The  Provincial  Elders'  Conference. 
Charles  L.  Moench,  D.  D.,  Ep.,  President,  45  West  Church 
St.,  Bethlehem,  Pa.;  Paul  de  Schweinitz,  D.  D.,  P.,  Eastern 
Vice-President  and  Treasurer,  67  West  Church  St.,  Bethle- 
hem, Pa.;  Karl  A.  Mueller,  D.  D.,  Ep.,  Western  Vice-Presi- 
dent, 508  South  8th  St.,  Watertown,  Wis.;  John  S.  Romig^ 
D.  D.,  P.,  Secretary,  1411  North  17th  St.,  Philadelphia,  Pa. 

Advisory  Finance  Board. 
J.  Samuel  Krause,  Abraham  C.  Prince,  John  E.  Leibfriedj 
F.  C.  Stout,  G.  Wm.  Riegel,  Franklin  H.  Brunner,  Bethle- 
hem, Pa. 

Board  of  Church  Extension. 
Paul  de  Schweinitz,  D.  D..  P.,  President.  Bethlehem,  P*.; 

Karl  A.  Mueller,  D.  D.,  Ep.,  First  Vice-President,  Water-, 
town,  Wis.;  John  S.  Romig,  D.  D.,  P.,  Second  Vice-Presi- 
dent, Philadelphia,  Pa.;  Charles  L.  Moench,  D.  D.,  Ep.,  Sec-^ 
retary,  Bethlehem,  Pa.;  Emil  J.  Bishop,  Treasurer;  Harry  J. 
Meyers,  Bethlehem,  Pa.;  .\dam  Brinker,  South  Bethlehem, 
Pa.;' A.  W.  Schmich,  Bethlehem,  Pa. 


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201 


Provincial  Treasurer. 
Paul  de  Schweinitz,  D.  D.,  P.,  Bethlehem.  Pa. 

Archivist  of  the  Northern  Province. 
W.  N.  Schwarze,  Ph.  D.,  P.,  Bethlehem,  Pa. 

Archivist  of  the  Southern  Province. 
Miss  Adelaide  L.  Fries.  Winston-Salem.  N.  C. 

Provincial  Evangelist. 
John  Greenfield,  M.  A.,  P.,  Winona  Lake.  Ind. 

Missionary  Educational  Secretary. 

F.  R.  Xitzschke,  1646  Richmond  Turnpike,  West  N.  Bright- 
on,  S.   I..  N.  Y. 


District  Executive  Boards. 
Eastern  District :— Charles  L.  Moench.  D.  D.,  Ep..  Presi- 
dent. 45  West  Church  St.,  Bethlehem,  Pa.;  A.  D.  Thaeler, 

D.  D.,  Fice-Presideiit,  Nazareth,  Pa.;  Ernest  S.  Hagen,  Sec- 
retary, New  Dorp,  Staten  Island,  N.  Y.;  John  Leibert,  Treas- 
urer, Bethlehem,  Pa.;  Elmer  Galloway,  New  Dorp,  Staten 
Island,   N.  Y. 

Western  District -.—Kiir]  A.  Mueller,  D.  D.,  Ep.,  President 
and  Corresponding  Secretary.  Watertown,  Wis.;  Henry  Rich- 
ter.  P.,  Recording  Secretary.  Green  Bay,  Wis.;  Albert  Haup- 
ert.  P..  West  Salem.  111.:  R.  H.  Brennecke.  Treasurer.  Wa- 
tertown, Wis. 

Canadian  District: — C.  Hoyler,  Ep.,  President,  Edmonton, 
South,  Alta. ;  John  Schwager,  Vice-President,  Dundurn;  Wm. 
Wensel,  Treasurer,  Edmonton,  South;  Charles  A.  Guten- 
sohn,  P.,  Secretary,  Bruederheim.  Alberta;  Edward  Kittlitz, 
Bruederheim,  Alberta,  Canada. 

The  Southern  Province  in  America. 
The  Provincial  Elders'  Conference. 
Edward  Rondthaler,  D.  D.,  LL.D.,  Ep.,  President;  Jamer- 

E.  Hall,  P.,  Clemmons,  N.  C;  J.  W.  Fries,  Winston-Salem, 
N.  C. 


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APPENDIX, 


The  Financial  Board. 
Edward  Rondthaler.  D.  D.,  Ep.,  President;  Ernest  H.  Stock- 
'ton,  D..  Secretary  and  Treasurer;  James  E.  Hall,  P..  John 
W.  Fries.  W.  T.  Vogler.  H.  A.  Pfohl.  Winston-Salem.  N.  C; 

E.  F.  Strickland,  M.  D.,  Bethania,  N.  C. 

Church  Aid  and  Extension  Board. 
The  (hree  members  of  P.  E.  C. ;  Leon  G.  Luckenbach,  P., 
Secretary;  Walter  T.  Spaugh,  Treasurer;  C.  D.  Ogburn,  Allen 
A.  Perryman,  H.  W.  Foltz,  Winston-Salem;  E.  A.  Holton, 
t.,  R.  R.  4,  Winston-Salem,  N.  C.  and  E.  T.  Lehman, 
feethania.  N.  C. 

Provincial  Missionary  Committee. 
H.  A.  Pfohl.  H.  F.  Schaffner.  J.  K.  Pfohl,  P..  and  W.  F. 
Miller,  Winston-Salem,  K.  C. 

Provincial  Treasurer  and  Agent  of  Foreign   Missions,  also 
Provincial  Sunday  School  Superintendent. 
E.  H.  Stockton,  D. 
Provincial  Sunday  School  Committee. 
E.    H.    Stockton.    D.,    Chairman;    R.    A.    Spaugh.    O.  C. 
Perryman,  C.  E.  Crist.  N.  W.  Shore,  Winston-Salem.  N.  C; 

F.  W.  Grabs,  P.,  Bethania,  N  .C. 


Educational  Institutions  in  America. 
The  Moravian  College  and  Theological  Seminary,  at 
Bethlehem.  Pa. 
(Founded  1807.) 

The  Faculty.— T.  Taylor  Hamilton.  D.  D.,  Ep.,  President; 
W.  N.  Schwarze,  B.  D.,  M.  A.,  Ph.  D.,  P.,  Resident  Pro- 
fessor; A.  G.  Rau,  M.  S.,  Ph.  D.,  and  W.  V.  Moses,  B.  D., 
M.  A.,  Ph.  D.,  P.,  Professors;  Roy  Hassler,  B.  A.,  Assistant 

Professor. 

Board  op  Tkvstees.— Northern  District :  C.  L.  Moench,  D.D., 
Ep.,  President;  Paul  de  Schweinitz,  D.  D..  P..  Treas- 
urer; Archibald  Johnston.  Harrison  C.  Desh,  Frank  C.  Stout. 
Harry  J.  Meyers.  J.  Taylor  Hamilton,  D  D..  Ep..  Bethlehem, 
Pa.;  A.  D.  Thaeler,  D.  D.,  P.,  Nazareth,  Pa.;  James  M.  Beck, 
LL.  D.,  New  York;  Robert  H.  Brennecke.  Watertown,  Wis.; 
C.  A.  Meilicke,  P.,  Grand  Rapids.  Wis.;  Albert  Haupert,  P., 


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203 


West  Salem,  111.;  E.  S.  Hagen,  P.,  New  Dorp,  N.  Y.;  Eman- 
uel G.  Hoyler,  Philadelphia,  Pa.;  William  H.  Vogler,  P., 
Nazareth,  Pa.  Ex-officio  Members:— C.  L.  Moench,  D.  D., 
Ep.,  Paul  de  Schweinitz,  D.  D.,  P.,  Bethlehem,  Pa.;  John  S. 
Romig,  P.,  Philadelphia,  Pa.;  Karl  A.  Mueller,  Ep.,  Water- 
town,  Wis. 

Southern  District — Advisory  Members: — Edward  Rondtha- 
ler,  D.  D..  LL.  D.,  Ep..  J.  W.  Fries,  H.  E.  Rondthaler,  M. 
A.,  D.  D.,  P,  Herbert  A  Pfohl,  Winston-Salem,  N.  C,  James 
E.  Hall,  P..  Clemmons,  N.  C 

Albert  G.  Rau,  Ph.  D.,  Secretary  (but  not  a  member  of 
the  BoardJ. 

Moravian  Seminary  and  College  for  Women,  at  Bethlehem,  Pa. 
(Founded  1749;  Re-organized  1785.) 
President.— J.  H.  Clewell,  Ph.  D..  P. 

Board  of  Trustees. — Albert  G.  Rau,  Ph.D.,  President, 
Bethlehem,  Pa.;  Eugene  A.  Rau,  Secretary ;  Franklin  H. 
Brunner,  S.  H.  Gapp,  Ph.D.,  D.D.,  P.,  H.  B  Eggert,  John 
Leibert,  Bethlehem,  Pa.,  Herbert  C.  Bailey,  Scranton,  Pa., 
Francis  E.  Grunert,  P.,  Brooklyn,  N.  Y. 

Nazareth  Hall,  A  School  for  Boys,  at  Nazareth,  Pa. 
(Founded  1785.) 
Principal.— A.  D.  Thaeler.  D.  D.,  P. 

Board  of  Trustees. — G.  A.  Schneebeli,  Nazareth,  Pa., 
President;  M.  E.  Kemper,  P.,  Vice-President,  Bethlehem, 
Pa.;  William  H.  Milchsack,  Secretary,  Nazareth,  Pa.;  Wal- 
ter Crawford,  Ph.G.,  A.  G.  Connolly,  Mark  T.  Swartz,  Naza- 
reth, Pa.;  W.  N.  Schwarze,  Ph.D.,  P.,  Bethlehem,  Pa.; 
L.  MacLean  Wilson,  Binghamton,  N.  Y. 


Linden  Hall,  A  School  for  Girls,  at  Lititz.  Pa. 
(Founded  1794.) 

Principal.— F.  W.  Stengel,  P. 

Board  op  Trustees.— E.  S.  WoUe,  P..  President;  New 
York  City:  Geo.  L.  Hepp.  Vice-President,  Lititz.  Pa.;  Louit 


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APPENDIX. 


Eysenbach,  Jr..  Secretary,  Philadelphia,  Pa.;  Eli  L.  Garber, 
Amos  H.  Bomberger,  H.   C.  Seldomridge,  J.  Frank  Buch, 

David  Bricker,  H.  J.  Pierson,  William  H.  Muth,  Lititz, 
Pa.;  Wm.  D.  Vreeland.  Philadelphia,  Pa.;  Boyd  C.  Wilkin- 
son, York,  Pa.;  A.  O.  Sturgis,  Nazareth,  Pa.;  E.  S.  Hagen, 
P.,  New  Dorp.  N.  Y. 


Salem  Academy  and  College,  for  Young  Ladies,  at  Salem  N.  C 
(Founded  1802.) 
President.— H.  E.  Rondthaler,  D.  D.,  LL.  D.,  P. 
Board  of  Trustees.— Edward  Rondthaler,  D.  D.,  LL.  D., 
Ep.,  President;  H.  E.  Rondthaler,  D.  D.,  P.,  Secretary;  J. 
W.  Fries,  H.  E.   Fries,  F.   H.  Fries,  F.  A.   Fogle,  J.  K. 
Pfohl,   P.,  W.  F.   Shaffner,  W.   A.   Blair,   Charles  Siewers, 
Winston-Salem,  N.  C. ;  James  E.  Hall,  P.,  Clemmons,  N.  C. 


The  Clemmons  School,  A  Co-educational  Farm  Life  and  High 
School  at  Clemmons,  N.  C. 
(Founded  1900.) 
Principal. — M.  L.  Eargle. 

Board*  of  Trustees. — Edward  Rondthaler,  D.  D.,  Ep., 
President;  B.  J.  Pfohl.  Secretary;  J.  W.  Fries,  H.  W. 
Spaugh,  R.  A.  Spaugh.  W.  A.  Lemly,  F.  H.  Vogler,  Henry 
Johnson,  A.  A.  Ferryman.  Winston-Salem;  James  E.  Hall, 
P.,  Clemmons. 


The  Moravian  Preparatory  School. 

A  Day  School  for  Both  Sexes,  Preparatory  to  the  Moravian 
College  and  Theological  Seminary  and  the  Moravian 
College  for  Women. 

(Founded  1742.) 

Superintendent. — Charles  H.  Rominger,  M.  A.,  Ph.  D., 
Bethlehem,  Pa. 


The  Moravian  Book  Store. 
Manager:  Miss  S.  A.  Milchsack,  428  Main  Street,  Beth- 
lehem, Pa. 


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205 


Church  Journals. 

The  official  journals  of  the  Church  in  America  are,  Tm 
Moravian,  published  weekly  at  $1.50  a  year;  Der  Bruedei 
BoTscnAFTER,  published  weekly  at  $1.50  a  year;  and  Thr 

Little  Missionary,  illustrated,  published  monthly  at  35  cents 
a  j'ear  for  single  copies,  with  large  reductions  in  the  price 
when  taken  in  quantities. 

The  Moravian  is  edited  by  Charles  D.  Kreider,  P.,  Naza- 
reth, Pa.,  and  The  Little  Missionary  by  F.  R.  Nitzschke, 
R.  D..  P.,  West  New  Brighton.  Staten  Island.  X.  Y.;  with 
F.  E.  Lenno.x,  D.,  Bethlehem,  Pa.,  as  Business  Manager  of 
both. 

The  German  paper  is  edited  by  Karl  A.  Mueller,  D.  D., 
Ep.,  and  published  at  Watertown,  Wis. 

The  Wachovia  Moravian,  the  official  journal  of  the 
Southern  Province,  is  published  monthly  at  50c.  a  year.  It 
IS  edited  by  Edw.  Roniltlialer,  D.  D..  Ep.;  J.  K.  Pfohl.  P.. 
Assistant  Editor;  Rufus  A.  Shore,  Winston-Salem,  N.  C. 
Business  Manager;  F.  Eugene  Vogler,  Circulation  Manager. 


Church  Causes. 

These  are.  Provincial  Administration,  Increase  of  Sustenta- 
Hon  Fund,  Sufporl  of  Retired  Ministers,  Foreign  Missions. 
Missions  in  Bohemia  and  Moravia;  Home  for  Lepers.  Jerusa- 
lem; Home  Missions.   Church  Extension.  Education.  Pubti- 

catinu. 

liequests  for  any  of  the  above  causes  should  be  framed  in 
the  following  language: 

"I  give  and  bequeath  unto  The  Board  of  Elders  of  the 
.Vonhern  Diocese  of  the  Church  of  the  United  Brethren  in 

the  United  States  of  America,  the  sum  of  dollars, 

for  the  cause  of  in  said  Church."  [In  Pennsyl- 
vania two  witnesses  are  required  to  the  signature  of  a 
testator;  in  some  other  States  three.] 


Annual  Collections. 
The  Annual  Collections  ordered  by  the  Provincial  Synod 
are  the  following. 

1.    For  the  Provincial  Administration : — To  be  paid  to  the 


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APPE.vniX. 


Provincial  Treasurer  in  two  installments  by  June  30th  and 
by  December  31st  of  each  year. 

2.  For  Retired  Ministers :— The  last  Sunday  in  January. 

3.  For  the  Bohemian  Mission: — The  first  Sunday  in  March. 

4.  For  Foreign  Missions: — Easter  Sunday,  or  Whit-Sunday. 

5.  For  the  Alaska  Mission: — The  second  Sunday  in  June. 

6.  For  Home  Missions: — The  Sunday  nearest  the  16th  of 
SeptembeV. 

7.  For  the  Theological  Seminary: — The  last  Sunday  in 
November. 


Remittances. 

I.  Contributions  for  all  Provincial  and  General  Church 
causes  must  be  sent  to  Paul  de  Schweinitz,  D.  D.,  P..  liethle 
hem,  Pa.,  or  to  Ernest  H.  Stockton.  D..  Winston-Salem. 
N.  C. 

II.  Contributions  to  enterprises  in  charge  of  the  District 
Boards  must  be  sent  to  their  respective  Treasurers.  yide 

pp.  ad 

LOCATION    OF    CITY  CHURCHES. 

Bethlehem,  Pa.— Central  Church.  Cor.  of  Main  and  Church 

-Streets; 

West  Side  Church,  Third  Ave.  and  Prospect  Ave., 
College  Hill  Church,  Laurel  St.,  near  Main  St.; 
Edgeboro,  Hamilton  .Ave.; 

First  Cliurch.  South  Side,  Packer  Ave.  and  Elm 
Street. 

Brooklyn,  N.  Y. — Jay  Street,  near  Myrtle  Avenue. 
Calgary,  Alberta,  Can. — Center  Ave.  and  Seventh  St.,  Eist. 
Easton,  Pa.— Bushkill  and  10th  Streets. 
Elizabeth,  N.  J. — Corner  Reid  and  Lafayette  Streets. 

Green  Bay,  H'is. — East  Side  Church,  512  Moravian  Street. 

West  Side  Church,  Corner  Fourth  Street 
and  Maple  Ave. 
Indianapolis,  Ind. — College  Avenue  and  25th  Street. 
Lancaster,  Pa. — West  Orange  Street,  below  Queen. 
Lebanon,  Pa. — N.  10th  Street,  near  Cumberland. 


APPENDIX. 


207 


New  York  Lexington  Avenue  and  30th  Street. 

2d. — Corner  Wilkins  Ave.  and  Jennings  Street. 
Bronx. 

"     3d.— 224  West  63d  Street. 
"      4tA.— 124-126  W.  136th  St.,  Harlem. 
Philadelphia  1st. — Fairmount  Avenue,  below  17th  Street. 

"         id. — Kensington  Avenue,  below  Venango  St. 
"         5//i. — Germantown  Ave.,  above  Dauphin  St. 
Utica.  N.   Y..  1st. — Cooper  and  Cornelia  Streets. 
Utico.  N.  Y..  2d.  (Trnjifv)— South  and  Leeds  Streets. 
Watertown,  Wis.— Co\e  and  Sixth  Streets. 
York,  Pa..  North  Duke  Street. 

York,  Pa..  2d.  (Bethany)— Zast  King  St..  opp.  Pattison  St. 


208  APPENDIX. 

Statistics  of  the  Unitas  Fratrum,  or  the 
Moravian  Church,  in  North  America  and 
in  the  Missions,  January  1,  1919. 


Total                                125  21,984  31,287 

*The   Bohemian   Mission.         6  852  1,288 

**The   Foreign  Missions..      350  35,206  108,580 

*  The  entire  work  is  grouped  about  six  parishes,  recog- 
nized by  the  State. 

**The  above  Mission  Statistics  are  as  complete  as  possible 
under  existing  conditions. 

Foreign  Missions. — Mission  Provinces.  14;  Stations,  155; 
substations.  194;  preacliing  places.  1480;  Missionaries,  (male 
and  female).  359:  orrlained  Native  Ministers  and  their  wives, 
84;  unordained  Native  Assistants.  26;  Native  Evangelists, 
458;  Native  Helpers  (male  and  female),  1.589.  Total  of  con- 
verts, lO8,580,  distributed  as  follows: 


Labrado 


Alaska    1,876 

California   Indians   ...  177 

Jamaica   13,735 

St.  Thomas  &  St.  John  2,309 

St.    Croix    2,110 

Antigua    6,927 

St.   Kitts    3,510 

Barbados    2,999 

Tobago    4,452 

Trinidad    1,036 


St.    Domingo    2,065 

Nicaragua    6,584 

Demerara    1,622 

Surinam   27,932 

South  Africa.  W.Prov.13,934 
South  Africa.  E.  Prov.11,238 
Fast  Central   Africa..  4,762 

Australia    150 

West   Himalaya    162 

Total   108,580 


Bohemian  Mission. — Six  parishes,  comprising  13  congre- 
gations, 18  preaching-places,  and  4  orphanages.  Total  mem- 
bership.  1.288.     Missionaries.   10.  Orphans,  73. 

Home   for    Lepers. — Jerusalem,   Palestine.      Four  deacon- 
esses, and   36   patients  on  January    1,  1915. 
Superintendent:  Sister  E.  Mueller. 


APPENDIX. 


209 


STATISTICS  OF  THE  MORAVIAN  CHURCH 
IN  NORTH  AMERICA. 

JANUARY  1,  1919. 


THE  NORTHERN  PROVINCE. 


EASTERN  DISTRICT. 


CONGREGATIONS. 

Com- 
mun«- 

cants. 

Non. 
Com- 

cants. 

Chil- 
dren. 

PASTORS. 

Pennsylvan  ia  : 

f  S.H.Gapp.Ph.D. 

Bethlehem,  \orth  Side. 

18  '3 

106 

355 

2284 

■{  M.  E.  Kemper. 

(D.  C.  Meinert. 

Bethlehem.  South  Side. 

18 

102 

382 

A.  E.  Francke. 

l04 

3 

145  J.  C.  Moore. 

72 

99lG.  F.  Bahnsen. 

187 

10 

ti 

252|0.  E.  Moore. 

296 

24 

144 

464  |C.  R.  Meinert. 

Hopedale 

254 

34 

70 

358,  Vacant. 

271 

19 

n 

340 

R.  H.  Brennecke. 

Lebanon 

111 

11 

38 

160 

\'acant. 

751 

73 

133 

957 

E.  S.  Crosland. 

675 

146 

849 

Paul  S.  Meinert. 

Philadelphia,  I  

305 

"3 

83 

391 

John  S.  Romig. 

Philadelphia.  Ill 

282 

49 

78 

409 

F.  Elwood  Raub. 

Philadelphia,  V  

259 

131 

390 

C.  D.  Kreider. 

51 

3 

22 

76 

Andrew  D.  Stolz. 

225 

65 

307 

R.  Henkelmann. 

York,  I  

217 

1; 

70 

301 

C.  A.  Weber. 

"York,  Bethany  

190 

27 

126 

343 

G.  M.  Shultz. 

New  York: 

104 

■0 

8 

122 

F.  E.  Grunert. 

fE.  S.  Hagen. 

Castleton  Corners. .  . .  V 

6771  104 

255 

1036 

■{  F.  R.  Nitzschke. 

■Great  Kills  ) 

(Paul  M.  Greider 

New  York  City.  I 

142 

3 

18 

163  H.E.Stocker.Ph.D. 

New  York  City,  II  

141 

69 

219  E.  S.  Wolle. 

New  York  City,  III... 

248 

1^ 

244 

508 

Fred.  T.  Trafford. 

New  York  City,  IV... 

171 

118 

363| Charles  Martin. 

68 

28 

96,  Paul  T.  Schultz. 

Utica,  I  

203 

75 

280  H.A.Gerdsen.D.D. 

Utica,  Trinity  

238 

I 

70|    314IS.  C.  Albright. 

210 


APPB>NT)IXv 


Com 

CONGREGATIONS.  »"««»■ 
cants. 


New  Jersey: 
Egg  Harbor  City. 

Elizabeth  

Palmyra  

Riverside  

Maryland:  , 
Graceham  

Ohio: 

Dover  

Fry's  Valley  

Gnadenhuetten.  .  . 
Port  Washington. 

Sharon  

Uhrichsville  

Indiana: 

Hope  

Enon  

Indianapolis  


Total  

Net  lncrease+. 


Non-] 

Corn-]  Chil- 
muni-  dren. 

Icants.l 


104 

10 

40 

ISO 

21 

56 

142 

.  11 

■  .50 

131 

15 

24 

137 

8 

47 

211 

15 

98 

154 

7 

43 

9 

100 

^8' 

6 

11 

255 

35 

44 

173 

23 

63 

286 

34 

18 

3 

75 

9|  19 

10619 

883 

3201 

+  100 

154  F.  W.  Wantzel. 

227, C.  E.  Hermstaedt. 
203iReinhold  Riemer. 
170  Robt.  K.  Stansfield. 

192  W.  Strohmeier. 

J.  E.  Weinland. 
Albert  Harke. 
C.  N.  Sperling. 
V.  G.  Flinn. 
M.  F.  Oerter. 
H.  A.  Kuehl. 


322 
21 

103 
14703 
+232 


\  W.  H.  Fluck. 
C.  O.  Weber. 


WESTERN  DISTRICT. 


CONGREGATIONS. 


Wisconsin  : 

Ebenezer  

Piperville  

Sister  Bay...  

Ephraim  

Freedom  

Grand  Rapids,  Germs 

Kellner  

Grand  Rapids,  Scand 

Rudolph  

Green  Bay,  East .  .  . 
Green  Bay,  West.  .  . 

Lake  Mills  

London  

Mamre  

Gerah  

Sturgeon  Bay  

Shiloh  

Veedum  

Watertown  

Windsor  


^38  }  W.J.Wesenberg. 

}  Mark  J.  Andrews.. 
22sIR.  J.  Grabow. 
335  1  c.  A.  Meilicke. 

93  ) 

I  Theodore  Reinke;. 
222  I-  R-  Mewaldt. 
453  Henry  Richter. 
914  O.  E.  Reidenbach. 
239 'John  Schoechert.. 

l"il-  J.  H.  Goerner. 


Edv 


F.  Helmiclr 


337  A.  E.  Schwarze.: 

107  Vacant. 


APPENDIX. 


21L 


CONGREGATIONS. 


\  Com-] 
\  cants.  , 


Chil- 
dren. 


Michigan: 

Daggett  

Unionville... 

Illinois: 
West  Salem. 

Iowa: 
Gracehill.... 

Minnesota 


Bethany. 
Bethesda . 
Chaska.  .  , 

Elim  

Hebron .  . 


Laketown  

Northficld  

Waconia  

Zoar  

North  Dakota: 

Aurelia  

Tagus  

Bethel  

Canaan  

Goshen  

Casselton  

Havelock  

Tabor  

Alice  

"Total . .  .7  

Increases- 
Decrease — 


5429 

+  131 


114  J.  Geo.  Bruner. 
278  Theodore  Weingarth 

372  A.  Haupert. 

63  Ernest  Drebert. 

137[joseph  Weinlick. 
155iEmil  Suemper. 
IUIh.  .\.  Holtmeier. 
258'd.  C.  Helmich. 

80|.\.  K.  Schultz. 
106  ( 

14  f  A.  Petterson. 
183  Charles  A.Albrecht. 
131  Chas.  J.  Bornman. 
lOS'Charles  A.Albrecht. 
104  D.  C.  Helmich. 

38  }  S.  G.  Gutensohn. 
183  Robert  Kreitlow. 
311|W.  J.  Goerner. 
^651  }g.  a.  Heidenreich 

24  Henry  R.  Heise. 


E.  H.  Sv 


212 


APPENDIX. 


CANADIAN  DISTRICT. 


CONGREGATIONS. 

Com- 
muni- 
cants. 

Non- 
Com- 

cants. 

Chil- 
dren. 

Total. 

PASTORS. 

Brucderfeld 

99 

309 

?i  n 

165 

400 

Charles^Gute'nsohn 

^86 

W  C  Schattschneide 

50 

^35 

Hermann  Schulze. 

New  Sarepta  

60 

69 

130 

Herbert  Kant. 

95 

227 

1  Clement  Hoyler. 

'It 

n 

25 

Saskatchewan: 

25 

19 

48 

Pleasant  Point 

32 

25 

60 

1  Robert  Huebener. 

Total  

Net  Increase+ 

792 
+  18 

93 



648 

1533 
+53 

RECAPITULATION. 


Recapitui-ation  :        ,  I 

Eastern  District                10619  883 

Western  District                5429|  256 

Canadian  District  I     792  93 


1168401  12321  5826 
!+131| 


14703 
7662 
1533 
23898 
+217 


CALIFORNIA  INDIAN  MISSION. 


57 

5 

34 

96,  S.  H.  Rock. 

42 

8 

26 

76lW.  H.  Weinland. 

3.  Rincon,  La  Jolla  and 

D.  J.  Woosley. 

4 

1 

5 

Total  

~103 

13 

61 

177 

Increase+ 

Decrease — 

—5 

213 


THE  SOUTHERN  PROVINCE. 


CONGREGATIONS. 


Com- 
muni- 
cants, 


Com-  Chil- 
muni-  dren. 
cants. 


Bethabara,  N.  C  

Bethania,  N.  C  

Carmel,  N.  C  

Clemmons.  N.  C  

Friedberg,  N.  C  

Fnedland,  N.  C  

Fulp,  N.  C  1. 

Greensboro,  N.  C  

Immanuel,  N.  C  

Kernersville,  N.  C... 

Macedonia,  N.  C  

Mayodan,  N.  C  

Moravia,  N.  C  

Mt.  Bethel,  Va  

New  PhiladeIphia,N.C. 

Oak  Grove,  N.  C  

Providence,  N.  C  

Home  Church  

Calvary  Church  

Christ  Church  , 

Fairview  Church  

Fries  Memorial  

Trinity  Church  

St.   Philip's  Church.. 


Salem  Congregation. . . 
Wachovia  Arbor,  N.  cT 
Willow  Hill,  Va  

Totals,  1918   


214 

 56 

27551 
44 

 70 

5144 


176 
100 
72 
_12| 
^01 1 
22 

sol 


82  J.  F.  McCuiston. 
500  F.  Walter  Grabi. 

34  Edward  Rondthaler. 
172  James  E.  Hall. 

725  Herbert  Johnson. 
289  I.  F.  McCuiston. 

41  C  E.  Crist. 
129  E.  C.  Stempel. 

39  Edwin  J.  Heath. 

77  Edward  Rondthaler. 
244  Jas.  E.  Hall. 
125  E.  H.  btockton. 

52 

312  F.  Walter  Grabs. 

346  Jas.  E.  Hail. 

155  J.  F.  McCuiston. 

231  C.  E.  Crist. 
1277  J.  Kenneth  Pfohl. 

808i  Edmund  Schwarze. 

397  Edgar  A.  Holton. 

510  L.  G.  Luckenbach. 

277  Clarence  Komig. 

29l!Douglas  L.  Rights. 

68  Wm.  E.  Spaugh.  

ll628  Edward  Rondthaler . 
73  J.  F.  McCuiston. 

135  F.  Walter  Grabs. 
7389 


214 


APi-LXDIX. 


STATISTICAL  SUMMARY. 


January   1,  1919. 


muni- 

■Corn- 
cants. 

3 

2 

'£ 

H 

'5    .  ^1 

u 

Northern  Province... 

1 

I6840I  1232 

S826 

23898 

Southern  Province... 

5144.  349 

1 

1896 

7389 

Jan.  1,  1919   

M9841  15811 

7722131287 

Jan.  1,  1918   

.'16911  1480| 

7752|30923 

Net  Increase+  

+364 

1-293  +1-01 1 

— 3o| 

APPENDIX. 


215 


INTERNATIONAL  UNIFORM  LESSONS.  1919. 


Courtesy  of  The  Sunday  School  Times. 


FIRST  QUARTER. 
Studies  in  the  Lives  of  Peter  and  John. 
(Second  Half  of  a  Six-Months*  Course) 

1.  Jan.  4.  Peter  Preaches  at  Pentecost.  .\cts  2:14,  22-24, 
32-42.  Golden  Text:  Whosoever  shall  call  on  the  name  of  the 
Lord  shall  be  saved. — Acts  2:21.  Topic:  The  Permanent 
Meaning  of  Penteocst. 

2.  Jan.  11.  Peter  and  John  Heal  a  Lame  Man.  Acts 
3:1-16.  Golden  Text:  Freely  ye  received,  freely  give. — 
Matt.   10:8.     Topic:   Helping  Men  to  Help  Themselves. 

3.  Jan.  18.  The  Boldness  of  Peter  and  John.  Acts 
4:8-21.  Golden  Text:  Stand  fast  in  the  faith,  quit  you  like 
men,  be  strong. — 1  Cor.  16:13.  Topic:  The  Need  and  Source 
of  Christian  Courage. 

4.  Jan.  25.  Peter  Stands  L'p  for  Truth  and  Honesty. 
Acts  5:1-11.  Golden  Text:  Lying  lips  are  an  abomination 
to  Jehovah;  But  they  that  deal  truly  are  His  delight. — Prov. 
12:22.    Topic:  Modern  Forms  of  Hypocrisy. 

5.  Feb.  1.  Peter  and  John  in  Samaria.  (May  be  used 
with  Missionary  Applications.)  .\cts  8:4-39.  Acts  8:4-8, 
14-25.  Golden  Text:  Ye  shall  be  my  vtitnesses  both 
in  Jerusalem  and  in  all  Judea  and  Samaria,  and  unto  the 
uttermost  part  of  the  earth. — .\cts  1:8.  Topic:  Commercial- 
izing Religion. 

6.  Feb.  8.  Peter  at  Lydda  and  Joppa.  Acts  9:32-43. 
Golden  Text:  The  prayer  of  faith  shall  ^ve  him  that  is  sick, 
and  the  Lord  shall  raise  him  up. — James  5:15.  Topic:  The 
Secret  of  Spiritual  Power. 

7.  Feb.  15.  Peter  and  Cornelius.  Acts  10:30-48.  Golden 
Text:  The  same  Lord  is  Lord  of  all.  and  is  rich  unto  all 


216 


APi-ENDIX. 


that  call  upon  Him.— Rom.  10:12.  Topic:  Significance  ot 
the  Conversion  of  Cornelius. 

8.  Feb.  22.  Peter  Delivered  from  Prison.  Acts  12:5-17. 
Golden  Text:  The  angel  of  Jehovah  encampeth  round  about 
them  that  fear  Him,  And  delivereth  them.— Psalm  34:7. 
Topic:  Things  Wrought  by  Prayer. 

9.  FeU.  29.  Peter  Writes  About  Christian  Living.  (May 
be  used  with  Temperance  Applications.)  1  Peter  2:1-5,  11, 
12,  19-25.  Golden  Text:  He  that  saith  he  abideth  in  Him 
ought  himself  also  to  walk  even  as  He  walked. — 1  John  2:6. 
Topic:  Ideals  for  Christian  Living. 

10.  Mar.  7.  John  Writes  About  Christian  Love.  1  John 
4:7-21.  Golden  Text:  Beloved,  if  God  so  loved  us,  we  also 
ought  to  love  one  another. — 1  John  4:11.  Topic:  Christian 
Love  Regenerating  Society. 

11.  Mar.  14.  John  on  the  Isle  of  Patmos.  Rev.  1:4-18. 
Golden  Text:  Jesus  Christ  is  the  same  yesterday  and  to-day, 
yea  and  for  ever. — Heb.  13:8.  Topic:  The  Glorified  Christ 
the  Center  of  the  Revelation. 

12.  Mar.  21.  John's  Picture  of  Worship  in  Heaven.  Rev. 
7:9-17.  Golden  Text:  Blessing,  and  glory,  and  wisdom,  and 
thanksgiving,  and  honor,  and  power,  and  might,  be  unto 
our  God  for  ever  and  ever.  Amen. — Rev.  7:12.  Topic: 
The  Permanent  Message  of  the  Bo  k  of  Revelation. 

13.  Mar.  28.  Review:  The  Life-work  of  Peter  and  John. 
Selection  for  Reading:  Rev.  21:21  to  22:5.  Golden  Text: 
Go  ye  therefore,  and  make  disciples  of  all  the  nations,  baptiz- 
ing them  into  the  name  of  the  Father  and  of  the  Son  and 
of  the  Holy  Spirit:  teaching  them  to  observe  all  things  what- 
soever I  commanded  you :  and  lo,  I  am  with  you  always,  even 
unto  the  end  of  the  world. — Matt.  28:19,  20.  Topic:  The 
Contribution  of  Peter  and  John  to  Christian  History. 

SECOND  QUARTER. 
Early  Leaders  and  Kings  of  Israel. 
(First  Half  of  a  Six-Months'  Course.) 
1.    April  4.    Israel    Ruled    by    Judges.      Judges  2:6-16. 


APPENDIX. 


217 


Golden  Text:  When  in  their  distress  they  turned  unto  Je- 
hovah, the  God  of  Israel,  and  sought  Him,  He  was  found 
of  them.— 2   Chron.   15:4.     Topic:    God  Working  Through 
National  Leaders. 
Or, 

Easter  Lesson.  Luke  24:13-31.  Golden  Text:  Behooved 
it  not  the  Christ  to  suffer  these  things,  and  to  enter  into 
His  glory?— Luke  24:26.  Topic:  The  Fact  and  the  Meaning 
of  the  Resurrection. 

2.  April  11.  Deborah  and  Barak  Deliver  Israel.  Judges 
4:4-16.  Golden  Text:  God  is  our  refuge  and  strength,  A 
very  present  help  in  trouble. — Psalm  46:1.  Topic:  The  Ser- 
vice of  Women  in  National  Leadership. 

3.  April  18.  The  Victory  of  Gideon's  Band.  Judges 
7:1-8,  16-21.  Golden  Text:  There  is  no  restraint  to  Je- 
hovah to  save  by  many  or  by  few. — 1  Sam.  14:6.  Topic:  One 
with  God  a  Majority. 

4.  April  25.  Ruth's  Wise  Choice.  Ruth  1:14-22.  Golden 
Text:  Thy  people  shall  be  my  people,  and  thy  God  my  God. 
— Ruth  1:16.    Topic:  The  Power  of  Personal  Influence. 

5.  May  2.  The  Boy  Samuel.  1  Sam.  3:1-13,  19,  20. 
Golden  Text:  My  son,  give  me  thine  heart;  And  let  thine 
eyes  delight  in  my  ways. — Prov.  23:26.  Topic:  Religious 
Capacities  and  Training  of  Children. 

6.  May  9.  Eli  and  His  Sons.  (May  be  used  with  Tem- 
perance Applications.)  1  Sam.  4:5-18.  Golden  Text: 
The  wages  of  sin  is  death;  but  the  free  gift  of  God  is  eternal 
life  in  Christ  Jesus  our  Lord. — Rom.  6:23.  Topic:  Responsi- 
bilities of  Parents  and  Children. 

7.  May  16.  Victory  Under  Samuel.  1  Sam.  7:2-12. 
Golden  Text:  Direct  your  hearts  unto  Jehovah,  and  serve 
him  only. — 1  Sam.  7:3.    Topic:  Qualifications  for  Leadership. 

8.  May  23.  Israel's  First  King.  1  Sam.  9:15-21;  9:25  to 
10:1.  Golden  Text:  Only  fear  Jehovah,  and  serve  Him  in 
truth  with  all  your  heart.— 1  Sam.  12:24.  Topic:  The  Selec- 
tion of  Leaders. 

Or. 

Whitsunday   Lesson.     -Acts   2:1-12,   37-41.     Golden  Text: 


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To  you  is  the  promise,  and  to  your  children,  and  to  all  that 
are  afar  off,  even  as  many  as  the  Lord  our  God  shall  call 
unto  Him. — Acts  2:39. 

9.  May  30.  Jonathan  and  His  Armorbearer.  1  Sam. 
14:1-13.  Golden  Text:  Be  strong  and  of  good  courage. — 
Joshua  1:6.  Topic:  The  Value  of  Initiative  in  Christian 
Work. 

10.  Jtine  5.  Saul's  Failure.  1  Sam.  15:13-26.  Golden 
Text:  Thou  hast  rejected  the  word  of  Jehovah,  and  Jehovah 
hath  rejected  thee. — 1  Sam.  15:26.  Topic:  The  Strength  and 
Weakness  of  Saul's  Character. 

11.  June  13.  A  Shepherd  Boy  Chosen  King.  1  Sam. 
16:4-13.  Golden  Text:  The  Spirit  of  Jehovah  came  mightily 
upon  David  from  that  day  ioi-waTd. — 1  Sam.  16:13.  Topic: 
The  Possibilities  of  Youth. 

12.  June  20.  The  Lord  Our  Shepherd.  Psalm  23.  Golden 
Text:  Jehovah  is  my  shepherd;  I  shall  not  want. — Psalm 
23:1.     Topic  :Our  Divine  Shepherd. 

13.  June  27.  Review:  The  Noble  Life  of  Samuel.  1  Sam. 
12:1-5,  13-25.  Golden  Text:  I  will  instruct  you  in  the  good 
and  the  right  way. — 1  Sam.  12:23.  Topic;  Samuel's  Service 
to  his  People. 

THIRD  QUARTER. 
Early  Leaders  and  Kings  of  Israel 
(Second  Half  of  a  Six-Months'  Course.) 

1.  July  4.  David  in  Camp  and  Court.  1  Sam.  17:40-49; 
18:5-9.  Golden  Text:  David  behaved  himself  wisely  in  all 
his  ways;  and  Jehovah  was  with  him.— 1  Sam.  18:14.  Topic: 
Overthrowing  Modern  Goliaths. 

2.  July  11.  Jonathan  Befriends  David.  1  Sam.  20:32-42. 
Golden  Text:  A  friend  loveth  at  all  times;  .\nd  a  brother 
is  born  for  adversity. — Prov.  17:17.  Topic:  Friendship: 
What  It  Is.  and  What  It  Does. 

3.  July  18.  David  Spares  Saul's  Life.  1  Sam.  26:7-17,  21. 
Golden  Text:  Love  your  enemies,  do  good  to  them  that  hate 


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you. — Luke  6:27.  Topic:  Treatment  of  Wrongdoers  (by  in- 
dividuals and  by  society). 

4.  July  25.  David  Succeeds  Saul  as  King.  2  Sam.  2:1-7; 
5:1-5.  Golden  Text:  Trust  in  lehovah  with  all  thy  heart, 
And  lean  not  upon  thine  own  understandings. — Prov.  3:5. 
Topic:  True  Success  and  How  to  Win  It. 

5.  Aug.  1.  David  Brings  the  .-\rk  to  Jerusalem.  2  Sam. 
6:11-19;  Psalm  24:7-10.  Golden  Text:  Enter  into  His  gates 
with  thanksgiving,  And  into  His  courts  with  praise. — Ps. 
100:4.     Topic:  Making  Religion  Central. 

6.  Aug.  8.  The  Kingly  Kindness  of  David.  2  Sam.  8:15; 
9:1-13.  Golden  Text:  David  executed  justice  and  righteous- 
ness unto  all  his  people. — 2  Sam.  8:15.  Topic:  Elements  of 
Strength  in  David's  Character. 

7.  Aug.  15.  The  Sins  and  Sorrows  of  Davici.  2  Sam. 
12:9,  10;  18:115.  Golden  Text:  Whatsoever  a  man  soweth, 
that  shall  he  also  reap. — Gal.  6:7.  Topic:  Elements  of  Weak- 
ness in  David's  Character. 

8.  Aug.  22.  A  Prayer  for  Pardon.  Psalm  51 :1-17.  Gold- 
en Text:  Wash  me  thoroughly  from  mine  iniquity,  And 
cleanse  me  from  my  sin. — Psalm  51:2.  Topic:  Penitential 
Prayer  in  Christian  Experience. 

9.  Aug.  29.  Beginnings  of  Solomon's  Reign.  1  Kings 
3:4-15.  Golden  Text:  The  fear  of  the  Lord,  that  is  wisdom; 
And  to  depart  from  evil  is  understanding. — Job  28:28.  Topic: 
True  Wisdom  and  How  to  Get  It. 

10.  Sept.  5.  The  Building  of  the  Temple.  1  Kings  8:1-11. 
Golden  Text:  My  house  shall  be  called  a  house  of  prayer 
for  all  peoples. — Isa.  56:7.  Topic:  The  Value  of  a  House  of 
Worship. 

11.  Sept.  12.  The  Glory  of  Solomon's  Reign.  1  Kings 
10:1-13,  23-25.  Golden  Text:  Blessed  is  every  one  that  fear- 
eth  Jehovah,  That  walketh  in  His  ways. — Psalm  128:1.  Topic: 
Tests  of  National  Greatness. 

12.  Sept.  19.  Evils  of  Intemperance.  (Temperance  Les- 
son.) Prov.  23:19-21,  29-35.  Golden  Text:  The  drunkard 
and  the  glutton  shall  come  to  poverty. — Prov.  23:21.  Topic: 
Alcohol — False  Claims  and  True  Charges. 


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13.  Sept.  26.  Review:  Saul,  David,  and  Solomon  Com- 
pared. Selection  for  Heading:  Psalm  72.  Golden  Te.xt:  Man 
looketh  on  the  outward  appearance,  but  Jehovah  looketh  on 
the  heart. — 1  Sam.  16:7.  Topic:  Faults  and  Excellencies  of 
Saul,  David,  and  Solomon. 

FOURTH  QUARTER. 
The  Gospel   of  the  Kingdom 
Studies  in  Matthew 
(Firct  Half  of  a  Six-Months'  Course.) 

1.  Oct.  3.  Birth  and  Childhood  of  Jesus.  Matthew  1  and 
2.  Matt.  2:1-15.  Golden  Text:  Thou  shalt  call  His 
name  Jesus:  for  it  is  He  that  shall  save  His  people  from 
their  sins.— Matt.  1:21.  Topic:  The  King  Comes  as  a  Little 
Child. 

2.  Oct.  10.  Baptism  and  Temptation  of  Jesus.  Matthew 
3:1  to  4:11.  Matt.  3:13  to  4:11.  Golden  Text:  This 
is  My  beloved  Son,  in  whom  I  am  well  pleased. — Matt.  3:17. 
Topic:  Victory  over  Appetite. 

3.  Oct.  17.  Jesus  Begins  His  Ministry.  Matthew  4:12-25. 
Golden  Text:  Repent  ye;  for  the  kingdom  of  heaven  is  at 
hand. — Matt.  4:17.     Topic:  Jesus  Enters  upon  His  Mission. 

4.  Oct.  24.  What  the  King  Requires.  Matt.  5:1-10,  43-48. 
Golden  Text:  Ye  therefore  shall  be  perfect,  as  your  heav- 
enly Father  is  perfect. — Matt.  5:48.  Topic:  The  Character 
Which  Jesus  Requires. 

5.  Oct.  31.  Hew  Down  the  Corrupt  Tree— World's  Tem- 
perance Sunday.  Matt.  7:15-27.  Golden  Text:  Every  tree 
that  bringeth  not  forth  good  fruit  is  hewn  down,  and  cast 
into  the  fire. — Matt.  7:19.  Topic:  Complete  Destruction  of 
the  Liquor  Traffic. 

6.  Nov.  7.  Principles  of  Christian  Living.  Matthew 
6:19-34.  Golden  Text:  Seek  ye  first  His  kingdom,  and  His 
righteousness;  and  all  these  things  shall  be  added  unto  you. 
— Matt.  6:33.    Topic:  Counsels  for  Daily  Living. 

7.  Nov.  14.  The  Power  and  Authority  of  Jesus.  Matt. 
8:5-13;   9:35-38.     Golden  Text:  And  Jesus  went  about  all 


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the  cities  and  the  villages,  teacliing  in  tlieir  synagogues,  and 
preaching  the  gospel  of  the  kingdom,  and  healing  all  manner 
of  disease  and  all  manner  of  sickness. — Matt.  9:35.  Topic: 
Christianity  and  Physical  Needs. 

8.  Nov.  21.  The  Twelve  Sent  Forth.  (May  be  used  with 
Missionary  Applications.)  Matt.  10:5-8,  29-31,  37-42.  Golden 
Text:  Then  saith  He  unto  His  disciples.  The  harvest  indeed 
is  plenteous,  but  the  laborers  are  few.  Pray  ye  therefore 
the  Lord  of  the  harvest,  that  he  send  forth  laborers  into 
his  harvest. — Matt.  9:37,  38.  Topic:  Recruiting  Christian 
Workers. 

9.  Nov.  28.  How  Jesus  was  Received.  Matt.  11:1-6, 
16-19,  25-30;  12:14.  Golden  Text:  Come  unto  Me,  all  ye 
that  labor  and  are  heavy  laden,  and  I  will  give  you  rest. — 
Matt.  11:28.  Topic:  The  Response  of  Men  to  the  Ministry 
of  Jesus. 

10.  Dec.  5.  The  Growth  of  the  Kingdom.  Matt.  13:24-33. 
Golden  Text:  Fret  not  thyself  because  of  evil-doers. — Psalm 
37:1.     Topic:  How  the  Kingdom  of  Heaven  Grows. 

11.  Dec.  12.  What  the  Kingdom  of  Heaven  is  Like. 
Matthew  13:44-58.  Golden  Text:  The  kingdom  of  heaven 
is  not  eating  and  drinking,  but  righteousness  and  peace  and 
joy  in  the  Holy  Spirit. — Rom.  14:1".  Topic:  The  Supreme 
Importance  of  the  Kingdom. 

12.  Dec.  19.  Jesus  Feeds  the  Multitudes.  Matt.  14:13-23. 
Golden  Text:  They  have  no  need  to  go  away;  give  ye  them 
to  eat. — Matt.  14:16.  Topic:  The  Ministry  of  Jesus  to  the 
Multitudes. 

Or, 

Christmas  Lesson — The  Birth  of  Jesus.  Luke  2:8-20.  Gold- 
en Text:  There  is  born  to  you  this  day  in  the  city  of  David 
a  Saviour,  who  is  Chris:  the  Lord. — Luke  2:11.  Topic:  The 
Significance  of  the  Incarnation. 

13.  Dec.  26.  Review:  The  Kingdom  of  Heaven  on  Earth. 
Isaiah  25:1-8.  Golden  Text:  And  He  that  sitteth  on  the 
throne  said.  Behold,  I  make  all  things  new. — Rev.  21:5. 
Topic:  The  Beginnings  of  the  Kingdom. 


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CHRISTIAN  ENDEAVOR  PRAYER-MEETING 
TOPICS  FOR  1920. 

Copyrighted  by  the  United   Society  of  Christian  Endeavor. 
Used  by  Permission. 


Jan.    4.  I  Believe  m  God.     John  14:1,  8-10;  Mark  9:17-24; 
11:22.     (Consecration  Meeting.) 
11.  A  Strong  Character  and  How  It  is  Attained.  Prov. 
4:1-13. 

18.  My  Favorite  Psalm  and  Why.     Ps.  121:1-8. 
25.  The  World's  Need  of  Christ.     Eph.  2:1-13.  (For- 
eign-missionary meeting.) 

Feb.     1.  What    Does    Our    Pledge    Require?     Deut.  13:4; 

John  14:21-26.     (Christian  Endeavor  Day.  Con- 
secration meeting.) 
8.  A    Worth-While    Life.      Ps.    37:18-40.  (Decision 
Day.) 

15.  What   Prayer  Will  Accomplish.     Ps.  34:1-22. 
22.  Christian   Principles  in  Industry.     Mic.  6:8;  Matt. 
7:12. 

29.  The  Results  of  Our  Words  and  Deeds.    Gal.  6:7-10. 

Mar.    7.  Life  Lessons  from  the  Book  of  Proverbs.  Prov. 
20:1-15.     (Consecration  meeting.) 
14.  Patience  and   Its   Rewards.     1    Cor.    13:4-7;  Luke 
21:19. 

21.  Every-day  Courtesies.    1  Pet.  3:8-12. 
28.  Our    Country's    Need    of    Christ.     Acts  4:11,  12; 
Rom.  10:12-15.     (Home-missionary  meeting.) 

April  4.  The  Power  of  an  Endless  Life.    Heb.  7:15,  16,  25; 

1  John  3:1-3.  (Easter  consecration  meeting.) 

11.  What   Shall   We  Do    with    Our    Sundays?  Neh. 
13:15-22. 


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18.  When    Is    Courage    Needed?      Luke    12:4;  Deut. 

20:1-4;  Esth.  4:13-17. 
25.  Christian  Principles  in  Personal  and  Public  Health. 

1  Cor.  6:19,  20. 

May    2.  How  to   Show   Sympathy.     Matt.   25:34-40.  (Con 
secration  meeting.) 
9.  Cultivating  High  Ideals.    Col.  3:1-4. 
16.  Religion  Pays.     1  Cor.  3:18-23. 

23.  Will  a  Man  Rob  God?  Mai.  3:7-12.  (Missionary 
meeting.) 

30.  Being  a  Good  Comrade.  Prov.  27:9,  10,  17-19.  (A 
union  meeting  with  the  Juniors  and  Interme- 
diates. 

June  6.  What   Bible-Reading   Will   Do   for  Us.      Ps.  119: 
97-104.     (Consecration  meeting.) 
13.  Common  Mistakes  in  Daily  Living.    Prov.  24:27-34. 
20.  Honesty  in  Word  and  Deed.    Eph.  4:25-32. 
27.  Living  Up  to  Our  Responsibilities.     Matt.  25:14-30. 

July   4.  Our   Duty   to   Our   Country.     Isa.    1:16-20.  (Con- 
secration meeting.) 
11.  Christian  Brotherhood  among  Races  and  Nations. 
Acts  17:24-28. 

18.  Why  People  Are  Unhappy:  the  Cure.  Ps.  32:10,  11; 
John  15:9-14. 

25.  Every  Christian  a  Missionary.  Acts  1:1-9.  (Mis- 
sionary meeting.) 

Aug.     1.  Self-Improvement.       Ps.     25:1-12.  (Consecration 
meeting.) 

8.  Problems  of  Recreation  in  Our  Community.  Rom. 

14:7,  13-19. 
IS.  Lessons  from  the  Poets.    Exod.  15:1-11. 
22.  Receiving  Praise  and  Giving  It.    Rom.  1:8;  1  Thess. 

1:2-10. 

29.  The  Beauties  and  Wonders  of  God's  World.  Ps. 
6541-13.     (An  outdoor  meeting.) 


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Sept.  5.  What  Christ  Does  for  the  Christian.    John  15:1-8. 

14-16.    (Consecration  meeting.) 
12.  A  Great  Miracle  and  Its  Lessons.     Mark  2:1-12. 
19.  Good   Work:   Finding  It;   Doing   It.     Eccl.  9:10; 

Col.  3:22-25. 

26.  Inspiring     Stories     from     Foreign-Mission  Fields. 
'     Ps.   66:1-8;    Acts   14:23-28.     (Missionary  meet- 
ing.) 

Oct.    3.  Our  Church  Privileges  and  Obligations.    Ps.  84:1-12. 

(Consecration  meeting.) 
10.  Bible  Verses  That  Help.     Ps.  119:33-40. 
17.  Christian    Principles    in    Politics.     Luke  22:24-27. 

(Citizenship  Day.) 
24.  Lessons  from  Recent  Events.     Luke  13:1-5;  Prov. 

25:25. 

31.  Making  Prohibition  Effective.  Matt.  12:43-45;  Jer. 
31:33,  34. 

Nov.  7.  Peacemakers.  Matt.  5:9;  Gen.  13:1-9.  (Consecra- 
tion meeting.) 

14.  Winning  Our  Friends  for  Christ.    John  1:40-51. 

21.  The  Thanksgiving  Habit.  Ps.  103:1-22.  (Thankv 
giving  meeting.) 

28.  Inspiring  Stories  from  Home-Mission  Fields.  Acts 
10:1-6,  34-48.     (Missionary  meeting.) 

Dec.  5.  Progressive  Living.  2  Pet.  1:1-8.  (Consecration 
meeting.) 

12.  Wise  Sayings  That  Have  Helped  Me.    Prov.  1:1-6. 
19.  The  Spirit  of  Generosity.    2  Cor.  9:6-15.  (Christ- 
mas meeting.) 
26.  A  Purpose  Meeting.     Ps.  63:1-11. 


